10 Questions
If a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport, what should the police officer do?
The officer should be present in the patient-care area of the ambulance during transport
In what situation is the Registered Nurse (RN) allowed to sign the patient care report (PCR) on behalf of the patient?
If the patient is unable to sign due to lack of competency or if handcuffed
What should be done if a patient refuses to sign the patient care report (PCR) and won't be transported?
The medical personnel should document the refusal in the PCR and have the police officer witness it
If the charge medic requires assistance from the police officer, what should the driver of the ambulance do?
The driver should stop the ambulance and inform RFD dispatch to request assistance from the police officer
How should the police officer document their witnessing of a refusal to sign the patient care report (PCR)?
The officer should write "Witnessed by" under the signature line and sign underneath
If a patient is not cooperative with public safety personnel, what should the police officer do?
The officer should be present in the patient-care area of the ambulance during transport
What should the charge medic do if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?
The charge medic should request assistance from the police officer
If a patient is unable to sign the patient care report (PCR) due to lack of competency, who should sign the PCR?
The Registered Nurse (RN) should sign the PCR on behalf of the patient
What should the driver of the ambulance do if the charge medic requires assistance from the police officer and the patient is exhibiting violent tendencies?
The driver should stop the ambulance, inform RFD dispatch to request assistance from the police officer, and wait for the officer to arrive before continuing transport
If a patient is handcuffed and unable to sign the patient care report (PCR), who should sign the PCR on their behalf?
The Registered Nurse (RN) should sign the PCR on behalf of the patient
Test your knowledge on the different communication modes used in Emergency Medical Services (EMS), including written, verbal, and radio communication. Learn about the specific scenarios where each mode is utilized.
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