Emergency Medical Transport Coordination

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What is the primary responsibility of the Treatment Unit Leader?

Identify contaminated bodies.

Supervise law enforcement coordination.

Manage patient treatment and transport preparation. (correct)

Handle public relations during emergencies.

In which order should patients be transported according to the protocol?

Patients with minor injuries should be transported first.

Most critical patients should be transported first. (correct)

Patients should be transported in order of arrival.

Patients should be transported randomly based on availability.

Which of the following is NOT a duty of the Treatment Unit Leader?

Develop organization sufficient to handle assignments.

Assure documentation of patients' destinations.

Maintain communication with the Transportation Unit Leader.

Conduct autopsies on deceased patients. (correct)

What should the Treatment Unit Leader do if additional medical supplies are needed?

Request sufficient medical caches and supplies as necessary. Signup and view all the answers

How should the Treatment Unit Leader handle areas around treatment zones?

Keep areas off limits to unauthorized personnel. Signup and view all the answers

Which role directly supports the Treatment Unit Leader in managing treatment areas?

Triage Unit Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of law enforcement during treatment operations?

To assist with identification of deceased individuals. Signup and view all the answers

During a mass casualty incident, what documentation is primarily the responsibility of the Treatment Unit Leader?

Record of activities for patient treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What is one primary duty of the Medical Communications Coordinator during patient transportation?

Maintain communications with the MAC Signup and view all the answers

When managing a large incident, what staffing strategy should be considered?

Enlist additional staff for communications Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to utilize ambulance resources efficiently during patient transport?

Transport delayed patients with immediate ones Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential communication responsibility of the Medical Communications Coordinator?

Obtain standing orders through the MAC Signup and view all the answers

Which function is NOT a responsibility of the Transportation Unit Leader?

Process patient admission into hospitals Signup and view all the answers

How should hospital availability be communicated during an incident?

Via the Transportation Unit Leader Signup and view all the answers

What could be a key reason for establishing additional base stations during a large incident?

To provide specialized case instructions Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of personnel under the supervision of the Transportation Unit Leader?

To provide support in medical communications Signup and view all the answers

What initial responsibility must the Incident Commander assure in a Multi Casualty Incident (MCI)?

Sufficient ambulances and transport vehicles have been requested. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the Medical Branch, what determines the need for additional Medical Groups?

The geographical separation or incident conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the function of the Medical Branch?

To provide an organizational system for handling patient care in MCIs. Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander during a Multi Casualty Incident?

Coordinating patient treatment with individual hospitals. Signup and view all the answers

In terms of resource management during emergencies, what is crucial for the Incident Commander to ensure?

A clear communication channel with the Medical Alert Center (MAC). Signup and view all the answers

How does the Medical Branch differ from the standard medical response organization used within the LAFD?

The Medical Branch focuses on large-scale multi-casualty incidents. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Medical Group Supervisor play during an incident?

They assist the Incident Commander in managing medical resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for an effective response during a Multi Casualty Incident?

Implementing a clear hierarchy within the Medical Branch. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Patient Transportation and Command Structure

Command location for patient transportation should be adjacent to the Medical Communication Coordinator for streamlined operations.
Ambulance traffic patterns need to be developed to reduce confusion during patient transport.
Security measures must be prioritized at the incident scene.
Large incidents may require additional personnel to enhance medical communication efficiency.
Each ambulance can transport both immediate and delayed patients to optimize resource use.

Medical Communications Coordinator

Defined as a qualified coordinator, supervised by the Transportation Unit Leader/Group Supervisor.
Responsible for maintaining communication with the Medical Alert Center (MAC) regarding patient transport and destination.
Duties include checking in, establishing communication with the MAC, and updating the Treatment Unit Leader on hospital statuses and patient classifications.
May need to separate communication channels for incident management and hospital coordination during large incidents.
Accessibility to vehicles including ambulances, law enforcement, and the Coroner's Office necessary for multi-faceted operations.

Treatment Unit Leader

Acts as a qualified unit leader, supervised by the Medical Group Supervisor with a team including treatment managers for different patient classifications.
Responsible for managing patient treatment coordination and preparation for transport at treatment areas.
Duties involve briefing from the Medical Group Supervisor, organizing treatment areas, and managing patient prioritization for transport.
Ensures continual triage of patients and requests sufficient medical resources as needed.
Directs all activities within the Treatment Unit while maintaining restricted access to ensure a secure operation.

Incident Commander's Role

The Incident Commander oversees the medical response of an incident, ensuring the Incident Command System (ICS) meets the demands of the situation.
Responsibilities include requesting sufficient ambulances, activating the Hospital Emergency Administrative Radio (HEAR) system via MAC, and ensuring adequate personnel are available.
The medical portion of an incident may involve coordination with multiple emergency and hospital personnel based on the incident scale and victim count.

Medical Branch Operations

The Medical Branch provides a structured approach for handling multiple patients and geographically separated incidents.
An additional Medical Group may be formed if necessary based on complexity and geographical conditions.
The Medical Branch is designed specifically for multi-casualty incident management and is distinct from standard medical organizations used by the LAFD.

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This quiz focuses on the essential functions and protocols surrounding patient transportation during emergencies. Participants will learn about the command location, ambulance traffic patterns, and the role of security in transportation. Key strategies for efficient use of transport resources will also be explored.