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Mutual aid agreements for EMS are required by which of the following?
Mutual aid agreements for EMS are required by which of the following?
- MCEMSS (correct)
- The state board of medical examiners
- Board of directors at each department
- The international association of organizations
End tidal CO2 must be charted when an I-Gel is used.
End tidal CO2 must be charted when an I-Gel is used.
True (A)
From the options below, select the proper way to notify dispatch you are en route.
From the options below, select the proper way to notify dispatch you are en route.
- Dispatch A-21, then wait for response, when dispatch responds, simply state en route (correct)
- A-21 to dispatch we are en route
- Dispatch A-21, then wait for response, when dispatch responds, state you can show us en route, and give your current location
- Dispatch A-21 en route
What do the letters in SOAP stand for?
What do the letters in SOAP stand for?
Ambulance checks are done _____ at the beginning of the shift.
Ambulance checks are done _____ at the beginning of the shift.
List the landmarks for the following directions:
List the landmarks for the following directions:
What sides of the street are the 4 digit addresses on?
What sides of the street are the 4 digit addresses on?
What sides of the street are the 3 digit addresses on?
What sides of the street are the 3 digit addresses on?
Who is in charge of and responsible for all patient care activities on a given scene?
Who is in charge of and responsible for all patient care activities on a given scene?
An EMT-B may insert an I-Gel for which of the following patients?
An EMT-B may insert an I-Gel for which of the following patients?
Dispatch occurs on which of the following talk groups?
Dispatch occurs on which of the following talk groups?
List at least 10 pieces of equipment in the blue bag.
List at least 10 pieces of equipment in the blue bag.
Long backboards can be found in the _____
Long backboards can be found in the _____
List at least 4 devices that can be used to lift or move a patient.
List at least 4 devices that can be used to lift or move a patient.
If it's not in your report _____
If it's not in your report _____
Spelling and grammar are not important when writing your patient care report, as long as you understand what you are trying to say.
Spelling and grammar are not important when writing your patient care report, as long as you understand what you are trying to say.
What does CQI stand for?
What does CQI stand for?
When the entire EMS system is in disaster mode, we may respond to other districts in the county, even if it leaves our district without staffing.
When the entire EMS system is in disaster mode, we may respond to other districts in the county, even if it leaves our district without staffing.
Who regulates an EMT's activities after initial certification?
Who regulates an EMT's activities after initial certification?
Who is responsible for providing the best possible patient care to our community?
Who is responsible for providing the best possible patient care to our community?
Who is the MCEMSS medical director?
Who is the MCEMSS medical director?
Another word for liability is _____
Another word for liability is _____
Upon arrival to the scene, state dispatch A-21, wait for response. Then state simply _____
Upon arrival to the scene, state dispatch A-21, wait for response. Then state simply _____
Describe in detail how you would notify dispatch that you are en route to St. Mary's hospital code 3.
Describe in detail how you would notify dispatch that you are en route to St. Mary's hospital code 3.
What must be done prior to leaving the scene to go en route to the hospital?
What must be done prior to leaving the scene to go en route to the hospital?
Oxygen delivery devices are located:
Oxygen delivery devices are located:
When a patient is on the gurney, the gurney should be moved backwards so the patient cannot see where she/he is going. This helps to reduce anxiety for the patient.
When a patient is on the gurney, the gurney should be moved backwards so the patient cannot see where she/he is going. This helps to reduce anxiety for the patient.
Blood glucose is to be checked and charted in _____
Blood glucose is to be checked and charted in _____
What is the process from a 911 call to the first 12 lead ECG?
What is the process from a 911 call to the first 12 lead ECG?
Flashcards
Mutual Aid Agreements
Mutual Aid Agreements
A documented agreement between EMS agencies to provide mutual assistance during emergencies.
End Tidal CO2 Monitoring (I-Gel)
End Tidal CO2 Monitoring (I-Gel)
A mandatory monitoring technique used with the I-Gel airway device to ensure proper ventilation and CO2 elimination.
Dispatch Notification (En Route)
Dispatch Notification (En Route)
A standardized communication protocol used by EMS crews to inform dispatch of their location and status.
SOAP Format
SOAP Format
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Ambulance Daily Checks
Ambulance Daily Checks
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Address Landmark Reference (Mesa County)
Address Landmark Reference (Mesa County)
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Address Sides (Mesa County)
Address Sides (Mesa County)
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Scene Responsibility
Scene Responsibility
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I-Gel Insertion (EMT-B)
I-Gel Insertion (EMT-B)
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Dispatch Communication Channel
Dispatch Communication Channel
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Long Backboard Storage
Long Backboard Storage
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Patient Handling Devices
Patient Handling Devices
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Documentation in Patient Reports
Documentation in Patient Reports
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Report Writing Standards
Report Writing Standards
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Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
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Disaster Response Protocol
Disaster Response Protocol
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EMT Regulation (Colorado)
EMT Regulation (Colorado)
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Community Patient Care Responsibility
Community Patient Care Responsibility
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MCEMSS Medical Director
MCEMSS Medical Director
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Liability Terminology
Liability Terminology
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Scene Notification Procedure
Scene Notification Procedure
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Hospital Transport Procedure
Hospital Transport Procedure
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Oxygen Delivery Location
Oxygen Delivery Location
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Patient Gurney Positioning (Anxiety)
Patient Gurney Positioning (Anxiety)
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Blood Glucose Documentation
Blood Glucose Documentation
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Emergency Response Timing (911 to 12-lead ECG)
Emergency Response Timing (911 to 12-lead ECG)
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Study Notes
EMS Academy Final Flashcards Study Notes
- Mutual aid agreements for EMS should be established with MCEMSS.
- End tidal CO2 monitoring is mandatory when utilizing an I-Gel.
- Proper notification to dispatch en route is achieved by stating, “Dispatch A-21, then wait for response, simply state en route.”
SOAP Format
- SOAP stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan.
Daily Procedures
- Ambulance checks need to be conducted every day at the start of the shift.
Address Landmark Reference
- North: I-70 / Bookcliffs
- South: Colorado River
- East: Grand Mesa
- West: Utah
Address Sides
- 4-digit addresses are located on the North and South sides of streets.
- 3-digit addresses are found on the East and West sides of streets.
Scene Responsibility
- The highest trained individual on-scene is responsible for patient care activities.
I-Gel Insertion
- EMT-Bs are permitted to insert an I-Gel during cardiac arrest situations.
Dispatch Communication
- Dispatch occurs on the 1 Fire Dispatch talk group.
Equipment
- Long backboards are stored in the rear most compartment on the passenger's side.
Patient Handling Devices
- Various devices can be utilized for lifting or moving patients, details to be determined.
Report Necessities
- If it’s not documented in your report, it is considered as if it did not happen.
Report Writing Standards
- Spelling and grammar are important in patient care reports; clarity is vital.
Continuous Quality Improvement
- CQI stands for Continuous Quality Improvement.
Disaster Response Protocol
- In disaster scenarios, EMS may assist other districts even at the risk of depleting their own staffing.
EMT Regulation
- An EMT's activities post-initial certification are regulated by the State of Colorado.
Community Patient Care Responsibility
- Providing optimal patient care in the community is a collective responsibility.
Medical Director Information
- The current medical director at MCEMSS is Dr. Hall.
Liability Terminology
- An alternative term for liability is responsibility.
Scene Notification Procedure
- Upon arrival at a scene, notify dispatch with, “A-21, wait for response, then state simply on scene.”
Hospital Transport Procedure
- Before leaving for the hospital, the trip odometer must be reset to 0.0.
Oxygen Delivery Location
- Oxygen delivery devices can be found in the green O2 bag and the passenger side compartment at ceiling level.
Patient Gurney Positioning
- Moving the gurney backward so the patient cannot see where they are going does not help reduce anxiety; this statement is false.
Blood Glucose Documentation
- Blood glucose levels must be checked and documented in 100% of cases.
Emergency Response Timing
- Details regarding the timing from a 911 call to the first 12-lead ECG were not provided.
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Test your knowledge with these final flashcards for the EMS Academy. Covering key concepts such as mutual aid agreements and end tidal CO2, this quiz is designed to prepare you for crucial EMS scenarios. Perfect for final review before exams!
