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What is a system for telephone access to report emergencies?
What is a system for telephone access to report emergencies?
911 system
What process involves continuous self-review of all aspects of an EMS system for improvement?
What process involves continuous self-review of all aspects of an EMS system for improvement?
Quality improvement
What is the oversight of the patient-care aspects of an EMS system by the Medical Director called?
What is the oversight of the patient-care aspects of an EMS system by the Medical Director called?
Medical Directions
Who assumes ultimate responsibility for the patient-care aspects of the EMS system?
Who assumes ultimate responsibility for the patient-care aspects of the EMS system?
What are standing orders issued by the Medical Director that allow EMTs to give certain medications called?
What are standing orders issued by the Medical Director that allow EMTs to give certain medications called?
What do lists of steps, such as assessments and interventions, taken in different situations refer to?
What do lists of steps, such as assessments and interventions, taken in different situations refer to?
What are policies or protocols issued by a medical director that authorize EMTs to perform specific skills in certain situations?
What are policies or protocols issued by a medical director that authorize EMTs to perform specific skills in certain situations?
What are orders from the on-duty physician given directly to an EMT in the field called?
What are orders from the on-duty physician given directly to an EMT in the field called?
What term is used for research submitted to a professional journal and reviewed by peers?
What term is used for research submitted to a professional journal and reviewed by peers?
What is the term for the long-term survival of patients?
What is the term for the long-term survival of patients?
What are techniques or practices that are supported by scientific evidence of their safety and efficacy called?
What are techniques or practices that are supported by scientific evidence of their safety and efficacy called?
Where was the earliest documented Emergency Medical Service located?
Where was the earliest documented Emergency Medical Service located?
In 1996, which act charged the U.S. Department of Transportation with developing EMS standards?
In 1996, which act charged the U.S. Department of Transportation with developing EMS standards?
Which of the following is NOT a major component of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's EMS system assessment standards?
Which of the following is NOT a major component of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's EMS system assessment standards?
An example of a specialty hospital in the EMS system is a(n):
An example of a specialty hospital in the EMS system is a(n):
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) provides certification based on successful completion of examinations in all the following except:
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) provides certification based on successful completion of examinations in all the following except:
The major emphasis of EMT education deals with ___________ of the ill or injured patient in the prehospital setting.
The major emphasis of EMT education deals with ___________ of the ill or injured patient in the prehospital setting.
Patient care provided by the EMT should be:
Patient care provided by the EMT should be:
An example of ensuring continuity during the transfer of care of the patient would be:
An example of ensuring continuity during the transfer of care of the patient would be:
Patient advocacy is:
Patient advocacy is:
Good personality traits are very important to the EMT. You should be:
Good personality traits are very important to the EMT. You should be:
An EMT not in control of personal habits might:
An EMT not in control of personal habits might:
To prevent violating patient confidentiality, the EMT should:
To prevent violating patient confidentiality, the EMT should:
An EMT may maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills through continuing education such as:
An EMT may maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills through continuing education such as:
A process of continuous self-review of all aspects of an EMS system for the purpose of identifying and correcting aspects of the system that require change is called:
A process of continuous self-review of all aspects of an EMS system for the purpose of identifying and correcting aspects of the system that require change is called:
In some states, the role of the EMTs has been expanded to assist local public health departments with:
In some states, the role of the EMTs has been expanded to assist local public health departments with:
Participation in continuing education and keeping carefully written documentation are examples of the EMT's role in:
Participation in continuing education and keeping carefully written documentation are examples of the EMT's role in:
Every EMS service or agency will have a:
Every EMS service or agency will have a:
It is important that each EMT knows his or her Medical Director. An EMT is operating as the Medical Director's:
It is important that each EMT knows his or her Medical Director. An EMT is operating as the Medical Director's:
The difference between on-line and off-line medical direction is that:
The difference between on-line and off-line medical direction is that:
An example of a pharmaceutical carried by EMTs that may require a physician consultation to administer is:
An example of a pharmaceutical carried by EMTs that may require a physician consultation to administer is:
As a new EMT, you will witness many changes in the EMS system and patient care, moving from practices that have been based on _________ to those that are based on _________
As a new EMT, you will witness many changes in the EMS system and patient care, moving from practices that have been based on _________ to those that are based on _________
The EMT has many jobs to do. It is the responsibility of the EMT to treat patients:
The EMT has many jobs to do. It is the responsibility of the EMT to treat patients:
Your Medical Director has stated that EMS is moving closer to science-based guidelines. A general procedure involved in making evidence-based patient care decisions is:
Your Medical Director has stated that EMS is moving closer to science-based guidelines. A general procedure involved in making evidence-based patient care decisions is:
Your service has been seeing an increase in injuries to the aging population. Injury prevention for geriatric patients and campaigns are examples of:
Your service has been seeing an increase in injuries to the aging population. Injury prevention for geriatric patients and campaigns are examples of:
Which of the following is NOT a challenge when EMTs conduct research in the field?
Which of the following is NOT a challenge when EMTs conduct research in the field?
List at least six of the categories and standards of the EMS system established by the National Highway Traffic Administration.
List at least six of the categories and standards of the EMS system established by the National Highway Traffic Administration.
List five types of specialty hospitals.
List five types of specialty hospitals.
List the four levels of EMS certification.
List the four levels of EMS certification.
List at least six responsibilities of an EMT.
List at least six responsibilities of an EMT.
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What is the 911 system?
What is the 911 system?
A telephone system used to report emergencies, connecting callers to the appropriate emergency services.
What is quality improvement in EMS?
What is quality improvement in EMS?
A continuous process within an EMS system to identify and address areas needing improvement in patient care and operations.
Who is the Medical Director in EMS?
Who is the Medical Director in EMS?
The physician responsible for overseeing patient care aspects within an EMS system, ultimately responsible for the quality of medical care provided by EMTs.
What are off-line medical directions?
What are off-line medical directions?
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What is on-line medical direction?
What is on-line medical direction?
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What are protocols in EMS?
What are protocols in EMS?
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What are standing orders in EMS?
What are standing orders in EMS?
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When and where did the first documented EMS appear?
When and where did the first documented EMS appear?
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What is the National Highway Safety Act?
What is the National Highway Safety Act?
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What is the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)?
What is the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)?
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Which organization provides certification for EMS professionals?
Which organization provides certification for EMS professionals?
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What is the primary emphasis of EMT education?
What is the primary emphasis of EMT education?
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What is assessment-based care in EMS?
What is assessment-based care in EMS?
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What is continuity of care in EMS?
What is continuity of care in EMS?
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What is patient advocacy in EMS?
What is patient advocacy in EMS?
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What is confidentiality in EMS?
What is confidentiality in EMS?
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Why is continuing education important for EMTs?
Why is continuing education important for EMTs?
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What are specialty hospitals?
What are specialty hospitals?
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What are expanded roles for EMTs in the community?
What are expanded roles for EMTs in the community?
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What are some challenges of EMS research?
What are some challenges of EMS research?
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What are evidence-based techniques in EMS?
What are evidence-based techniques in EMS?
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What are the core responsibilities of EMTs?
What are the core responsibilities of EMTs?
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What are the different EMS certification levels?
What are the different EMS certification levels?
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What are the categories of EMS standards?
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Study Notes
Emergency Medical Services Overview
- 911 System: A telephone access system for reporting emergencies.
- Quality Improvement: Continuous self-review of an EMS system to identify and correct areas needing improvement.
- Medical Director: Physician overseeing patient care aspects within an EMS system, ultimately responsible for patient care quality.
Medical Directions and Protocols
- Off-Line Medical Direction: Standing orders allowing EMTs to administer medications or procedures without immediate physician communication.
- On-Line Medical Direction: Direct orders from an on-duty physician to EMTs via radio or phone.
- Protocols: Lists of assessments and interventions for various situations.
- Standing Orders: Policies that authorize EMTs to perform specific skills under certain conditions.
Historical Context and Standards
- First Documented EMS: France in the 1790s.
- National Highway Safety Act (1996): Charged with developing EMS standards and aiding states to improve prehospital emergency care.
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): Governs EMS system assessment standards excluding computerization.
Education and Certification
- Certification: NREMT certifies based on training levels excluding advanced first aid.
- EMT Education Emphasis: Basic-level assessment and care of ill or injured patients.
Patient Care Principles
- Assessment-Based Care: EMTs should provide care based on assessment findings, ensuring proper treatment and transport.
- Continuity of Care: Essential to provide pertinent patient information during transfer to hospital staff.
- Patient Advocacy: EMTs are responsible for voicing the needs of their patients.
Professional Ethics and Responsibilities
- Good Personality Traits: EMTs are expected to be cooperative, resourceful, and emotionally stable.
- Confidentiality: EMTs must avoid inappropriate discussions about patients' conditions.
- Continuing Education: Attending conferences to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills.
Specialty Services and Community Role
- Specialty Hospitals: Include trauma centers, cardiac centers, burn centers, stroke centers, and pediatric centers.
- Expanded Roles: EMTs may assist public health departments with community health initiatives like seasonal flu vaccinations.
Research and Quality Improvement
- Research Challenges: Unique field research challenges include unstable environments and patient consent.
- Evidence-Based Techniques: Emphasizes practices supported by scientific evidence for safety and efficacy.
Core Responsibilities of EMTs
- Key Responsibilities: Include personal safety, patient safety, collaborating with public safety professionals, and patient advocacy.
EMS Certification Levels
- Certification Levels: EMR (Emergency Medical Responder), EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), AEMT (Advanced EMT), Paramedic.
Categories of EMS Standards
- NHTSA Categories: Regulation, resource management, human resources, transportation, facilities, communication, public education, medical direction, trauma systems, evaluation.
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Test your knowledge with this set of flashcards based on Chapter 1 of the Emergency Care 14th Edition workbook. Each card covers key terms and definitions related to emergency medical services and systems. Perfect for students and professionals looking to reinforce their understanding of emergency care concepts.
