Emergency Medical Services Chapter 36 Study Guide

Questions and Answers

An ambulance is typically classified according to?

US DOT specifications.

Which of the following actions is part of the engine-off ambulance inspection and can be performed in quarters?

Inspect the body of the vehicle.

A call-back number is necessary for an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to ask about if the system is an enhanced 911 system.

False

How will a patient with difficulty breathing but no possibility of a spinal injury likely prefer to be transported?

in a seated position Signup and view all the answers

Checking the level of the fluids is one of the actions necessary to ready an ambulance for its engine-on inspection.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of ambulance identified by the U.S. Department of Transportation?

type I Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an appropriate infection control measure to be taken at the completion of a call?

Placing soiled linens in an approved dirty linen bag or hamper Signup and view all the answers

When using a siren, what should you remember?

the continuous sound of the siren tends to have an effect on the ambulance operators themselves. Signup and view all the answers

Crossover on highways can be dangerous.

True Signup and view all the answers

How should you position your ambulance when you are the first emergency vehicle to arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision?

To create a physical barrier between traffic and the scene Signup and view all the answers

If you do not exercise due regard for the safety of others, you are liable for the consequences according to state laws that govern emergency ambulance operations.

True Signup and view all the answers

When answering a call for help, an Emergency Medical Dispatcher will ask all of the following questions EXCEPT which one?

What is your insurance provider? Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most common device used for loading the patient into the ambulance?

Wheeled ambulance stretcher Signup and view all the answers

What must be done during patient transport?

Continuous monitoring of the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which guidelines should you adhere to when setting up a landing zone for a helicopter?

Select an area that is a flat square with 100-foot sides. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is required to be a part of the on-board, permanently mounted equipment in a basic life support ambulance?

Fixed suction unit Signup and view all the answers

When is the transfer of care at the receiving hospital completed?

Only when a report has been given and an equal or higher medical authority has accepted patient care Signup and view all the answers

An obstetrical kit should be kept on board all basic life support ambulances that is?

separate and sterile Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following disinfectants or procedures would be appropriate for cleaning and killing germs on ambulance floors and walls?

low level Signup and view all the answers

What is required to obtain your release from the hospital?

simply requires the emergency department nurse or physician if you are still needed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is MOST clearly a legitimate reason for requesting air medical transport of a critical patient?

The facility that is capable of caring for the patient is 45 minutes away by ground. Signup and view all the answers

When transferring a patient to the ambulance, what must you do?

appropriately package the patient. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is allowed of EMTs driving an emergency ambulance in MOST states?

Exceeding the posted speed limit Signup and view all the answers

Disregarding certain traffic laws while responding to an emergency is a privilege granted under law.

True Signup and view all the answers

For location, an Emergency Medical Dispatcher does NOT need the exact route to the location from currently available responders.

True Signup and view all the answers

After cleaning up blood, vomitus, and other fluids, where should you place disposable towels used for cleanup?

a red bag Signup and view all the answers

How should you lock a wheeled stretcher to prevent movement in the ambulance?

at both ends Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ambulance Classifications and Inspections

Ambulances are classified according to US DOT specifications.
Engine-off inspections can include body inspections while in quarters.
Types of ambulances include Type I, as identified by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
To prepare for an engine-on inspection, checking fluid levels is not necessary.

Emergency Medical Dispatcher Protocol

In an enhanced 911 system, a call-back number is unnecessary for the dispatcher.
Dispatchers typically do not ask for the caller's insurance provider.

Patient Care and Transport

Patients with difficulty breathing but no spinal injury prefer to be transported in a seated position.
Continuous monitoring of the patient is required during transport.
An obstetrical kit on basic life support ambulances must be separate and sterile.

Infection Control Measures

Soiled linens should be placed in an approved dirty linen bag.
For cleaning ambulance floors and walls, low-level disinfectants are appropriate.
Blood or body fluid cleanup should involve disposal towels going directly into a red bag.

Emergency Response Guidelines

Position the ambulance to create a physical barrier at a collision scene.
Disregarding traffic laws while responding to emergencies is a legally granted privilege.
Ambulance operators may exceed posted speed limits in most states.

Helicopter Landing Zone Setup

A suitable landing area for helicopters should be a flat square with 100-foot sides.

Transfer of Care

Transfer of care to the receiving hospital is complete only after a report is delivered and accepted by a medical authority.

Miscellaneous Operations

EMTs must appropriately package patients when transferring them to the ambulance.
After cleaning up spills, equipment splashed should be wiped down thoroughly to maintain hygiene.
Lock wheeled stretchers to prevent movement in the ambulance at both ends.

Air Medical Transport

Critical patients may require air transport if the nearest appropriate facility is 45 minutes or more by ground.

General Precautions

Crossover points on highways can pose dangers and should be approached cautiously.
Ambulance operators should be aware that the sound of sirens can affect their own operation and focus.

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Prepare for your Emergency Medical Services exam with this comprehensive Chapter 36 study guide. It covers key concepts such as ambulance classification, vehicle inspections, and important procedures for Emergency Medical Dispatchers. Test your knowledge and readiness for real-world scenarios in emergency care.

Emergency Medical Services Chapter 36 Study Guide

Questions and Answers

An ambulance is typically classified according to?

Which of the following actions is part of the engine-off ambulance inspection and can be performed in quarters?

A call-back number is necessary for an Emergency Medical Dispatcher to ask about if the system is an enhanced 911 system.

How will a patient with difficulty breathing but no possibility of a spinal injury likely prefer to be transported?

Checking the level of the fluids is one of the actions necessary to ready an ambulance for its engine-on inspection.

Which of the following is a type of ambulance identified by the U.S. Department of Transportation?

Which of the following is an appropriate infection control measure to be taken at the completion of a call?

When using a siren, what should you remember?

Crossover on highways can be dangerous.

How should you position your ambulance when you are the first emergency vehicle to arrive at the scene of a motor vehicle collision?

If you do not exercise due regard for the safety of others, you are liable for the consequences according to state laws that govern emergency ambulance operations.

When answering a call for help, an Emergency Medical Dispatcher will ask all of the following questions EXCEPT which one?

Which of the following is the most common device used for loading the patient into the ambulance?

What must be done during patient transport?

Which guidelines should you adhere to when setting up a landing zone for a helicopter?

Which of the following is required to be a part of the on-board, permanently mounted equipment in a basic life support ambulance?

When is the transfer of care at the receiving hospital completed?

An obstetrical kit should be kept on board all basic life support ambulances that is?

Which of the following disinfectants or procedures would be appropriate for cleaning and killing germs on ambulance floors and walls?

What is required to obtain your release from the hospital?

Which of the following is MOST clearly a legitimate reason for requesting air medical transport of a critical patient?

When transferring a patient to the ambulance, what must you do?

Which of the following is allowed of EMTs driving an emergency ambulance in MOST states?

Disregarding certain traffic laws while responding to an emergency is a privilege granted under law.

For location, an Emergency Medical Dispatcher does NOT need the exact route to the location from currently available responders.

After cleaning up blood, vomitus, and other fluids, where should you place disposable towels used for cleanup?

How should you lock a wheeled stretcher to prevent movement in the ambulance?

Study Notes

Ambulance Classifications and Inspections

Emergency Medical Dispatcher Protocol

Patient Care and Transport

Infection Control Measures

Emergency Response Guidelines

Helicopter Landing Zone Setup

Transfer of Care

Miscellaneous Operations

Air Medical Transport

General Precautions

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