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Which medication is used to reverse opiate overdose?
Which medication is used to reverse opiate overdose?
- Atropine
- Naloxone (correct)
- Calcium
- Diphenhydramine
What is a potential symptom of beta blocker toxicity?
What is a potential symptom of beta blocker toxicity?
- Hypertension
- Tachycardia
- Severe headache
- Bradycardia (correct)
Which of the following is NOT considered a cause in the assessment of overdose symptoms?
Which of the following is NOT considered a cause in the assessment of overdose symptoms?
- Calcium channel blocker overdose
- Data entry error (correct)
- Organophosphate toxicity
- Cyanide exposure
What immediate action should be considered in a patient with suspected poisoning?
What immediate action should be considered in a patient with suspected poisoning?
In the assessment of a patient presenting with dystonic reaction, which medication might be administered?
In the assessment of a patient presenting with dystonic reaction, which medication might be administered?
What should be monitored as a sign of potential environmental toxin exposure?
What should be monitored as a sign of potential environmental toxin exposure?
In cases of altered mental status, which condition is least likely to cause total unresponsiveness to pain?
In cases of altered mental status, which condition is least likely to cause total unresponsiveness to pain?
When suspecting hypoglycemia, what is the recommended initial intervention?
When suspecting hypoglycemia, what is the recommended initial intervention?
Which of the following factors could influence a patient's behavior during a behavioral emergency?
Which of the following factors could influence a patient's behavior during a behavioral emergency?
What does the acronym SAFER stand for in the context of patient approach?
What does the acronym SAFER stand for in the context of patient approach?
What is a primary guideline regarding sedation in law enforcement situations?
What is a primary guideline regarding sedation in law enforcement situations?
How should patients be transported in regards to restraint?
How should patients be transported in regards to restraint?
What monitoring should be continuously conducted during patient transport?
What monitoring should be continuously conducted during patient transport?
When can a patient expressing suicidal ideation refuse transport?
When can a patient expressing suicidal ideation refuse transport?
What is the recommended treatment for a dystonic reaction typically caused by certain drugs?
What is the recommended treatment for a dystonic reaction typically caused by certain drugs?
What role does the S.A.F.E.R. approach play in emergency situations?
What role does the S.A.F.E.R. approach play in emergency situations?
What should be done if a taser dart needs to be removed?
What should be done if a taser dart needs to be removed?
What is a critical aspect of transporting restrained patients?
What is a critical aspect of transporting restrained patients?
What is the primary requirement for establishing a patient's status as needing medical evaluation?
What is the primary requirement for establishing a patient's status as needing medical evaluation?
Which of the following is required for transporting patients with traumatic injuries?
Which of the following is required for transporting patients with traumatic injuries?
Which licensed attendant is allowed to perform the most advanced medical steps?
Which licensed attendant is allowed to perform the most advanced medical steps?
In cases of respiratory distress, what is a critical action that must not be withheld?
In cases of respiratory distress, what is a critical action that must not be withheld?
What is the correct protocol when a patient's condition exceeds available EMS resources?
What is the correct protocol when a patient's condition exceeds available EMS resources?
For which type of patient is telemetry contact required?
For which type of patient is telemetry contact required?
What immediate action should be taken if a patient cannot be adequately ventilated?
What immediate action should be taken if a patient cannot be adequately ventilated?
What is a pediatric treatment consideration for patients under 12 years of age?
What is a pediatric treatment consideration for patients under 12 years of age?
What is the primary goal of the Emergency Medical Services Protocol Manual?
What is the primary goal of the Emergency Medical Services Protocol Manual?
What is indicated about the protocols outlined in the manual?
What is indicated about the protocols outlined in the manual?
What should be prioritized if a prehospital provider receives direction from an on-line medical consultation?
What should be prioritized if a prehospital provider receives direction from an on-line medical consultation?
What is essential for optimal prehospital care according to the manual?
What is essential for optimal prehospital care according to the manual?
What is the protocol for patient care during transport to a treatment facility?
What is the protocol for patient care during transport to a treatment facility?
What does the General Assessment protocol require?
What does the General Assessment protocol require?
How should providers handle medications not included in the approved formulary?
How should providers handle medications not included in the approved formulary?
What should not be delayed when managing emergency patients?
What should not be delayed when managing emergency patients?
What does abdominal pain with neuro disorders or signs of hypoperfusion suggest?
What does abdominal pain with neuro disorders or signs of hypoperfusion suggest?
What is the recommended first action for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis?
What is the recommended first action for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis?
What should be documented prior to administering pain management in a patient with abdominal pain?
What should be documented prior to administering pain management in a patient with abdominal pain?
In patients aged 35 years or older with abdominal pain, what should be considered?
In patients aged 35 years or older with abdominal pain, what should be considered?
Which medication is administered to patients with allergic reactions and significant symptoms?
Which medication is administered to patients with allergic reactions and significant symptoms?
What additional consideration should be made for women of childbearing age presenting with abdominal pain?
What additional consideration should be made for women of childbearing age presenting with abdominal pain?
What is the maximum dosage of diphenhydramine that may be given to a patient?
What is the maximum dosage of diphenhydramine that may be given to a patient?
What should be assessed every 5 minutes in a patient with an allergic reaction?
What should be assessed every 5 minutes in a patient with an allergic reaction?
What is a mild immune response to an allergen characterized by?
What is a mild immune response to an allergen characterized by?
After each fluid bolus in a patient, what action is recommended?
After each fluid bolus in a patient, what action is recommended?
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Optimal Prehospital Care
Optimal Prehospital Care
The best patient assessment and emergency medical services before hospital arrival.
Purpose of the Protocol Manual
Purpose of the Protocol Manual
To provide guidance for prehospital care providers and standardize patient care.
Scope of Practice
Scope of Practice
The boundaries of services licensed medical attendants can provide.
Protocols
Protocols
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General Assessment Protocols
General Assessment Protocols
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Patient Transport
Patient Transport
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Online Medical Consultation
Online Medical Consultation
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Patient's Own Medications
Patient's Own Medications
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Patient Definition
Patient Definition
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Pediatric Consideration
Pediatric Consideration
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Transport Criteria
Transport Criteria
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Triage Methodology
Triage Methodology
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Ventilation Issues
Ventilation Issues
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Oxygen Administration
Oxygen Administration
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Online Medical Control
Online Medical Control
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Trauma Field Triage Criteria
Trauma Field Triage Criteria
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Sedation for behavior control
Sedation for behavior control
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Transporting restrained patients
Transporting restrained patients
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Monitoring during transport
Monitoring during transport
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Physical restraints
Physical restraints
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Suicidal ideation transport
Suicidal ideation transport
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Taser dart removal
Taser dart removal
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Dystonic Reaction
Dystonic Reaction
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S.A.F.E.R. approach
S.A.F.E.R. approach
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Aneurysm signs
Aneurysm signs
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Vital signs documentation
Vital signs documentation
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Fluid bolus
Fluid bolus
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Cardiac assessment for age
Cardiac assessment for age
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Retroperitoneal palpation
Retroperitoneal palpation
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Abdominal pain in women
Abdominal pain in women
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Mild allergic reaction
Mild allergic reaction
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Epinephrine dosage
Epinephrine dosage
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Diphenhydramine administration
Diphenhydramine administration
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Albuterol usage
Albuterol usage
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Ventilation Management
Ventilation Management
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Vascular Access
Vascular Access
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Naloxone
Naloxone
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Atropine
Atropine
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Head Exam
Head Exam
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AMS signs
AMS signs
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Role of Alcohol
Role of Alcohol
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Narcotic Overdose Response
Narcotic Overdose Response
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Behavioral Emergency Causes
Behavioral Emergency Causes
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Study Notes
Clark County EMS System Emergency Medical Care Protocols
- Effective Date: January 6, 2025
- This document replaces the July 1, 2024 version.
- Address: PO BOX 3902 – LAS VEGAS, NV 89127
Table of Contents
- This section lists all topics and their corresponding page numbers within the document (adult treatment protocols, pediatric treatment protocols, operations protocols, procedures protocols, and formularies).
Adult Treatment Protocols
- General Adult Assessment (page 11) detailed steps for evaluating patients on scene
- General Adult Trauma Assessment (page 13) provides a step-by-step approach for assessing trauma patients
- Abdominal Pain/Flank Pain, Nausea & Vomiting (page 15) describes protocols for patients with these issues
- Allergic Reaction (page 17) outlines protocols for managing patients with allergic reactions
- Altered Mental Status/Syncope (page 19) is a protocol for patients in altered mental status or syncopal episodes
- Â And many others covering various medical conditions.
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