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What is the purpose of daily protocol quizzes?
What is the purpose of daily protocol quizzes?
- To assess the provisional EMT-P's strengths and weaknesses (correct)
- To review the provisional EMT-P's daily report
- To grade the provisional EMT-P's knowledge of WPFD protocols
- To familiarize the preceptor with the WPFD protocols
What is the primary purpose of the protocols developed for paramedics in the field?
What is the primary purpose of the protocols developed for paramedics in the field?
- To prioritize patient care over EMS personnel safety
- To ensure the use of outdated training and equipment
- To serve as a guideline for emergency medical services (correct)
- To provide a strict set of rules for every situation
Why should paramedics properly evaluate each scene?
Why should paramedics properly evaluate each scene?
- To ensure the patient's right to privacy is respected
- To prioritize ALS measures over initial assessment
- To identify potential hazards and secure the scene (correct)
- To obtain verbal consent from the patient before treatment
What is the minimum number of correct critical rhythm identifications required to complete the provisional period?
What is the minimum number of correct critical rhythm identifications required to complete the provisional period?
What is the importance of obtaining verbal consent prior to treatment?
What is the importance of obtaining verbal consent prior to treatment?
How often must the provisional EMT-P review the operation of current EMS equipment?
How often must the provisional EMT-P review the operation of current EMS equipment?
When should the paramedic decide if ALS measures are needed?
When should the paramedic decide if ALS measures are needed?
What is the tool used to assess the provisional EMT-P's knowledge of WPFD protocols?
What is the tool used to assess the provisional EMT-P's knowledge of WPFD protocols?
What happens if a critical rhythm is missed during a quiz?
What happens if a critical rhythm is missed during a quiz?
What is the purpose of the comprehensive second survey exam?
What is the purpose of the comprehensive second survey exam?
Who is responsible for administering the daily protocol quizzes?
Who is responsible for administering the daily protocol quizzes?
What is the paramount concern in emergency medical services?
What is the paramount concern in emergency medical services?
What is the purpose of the general measures outlined in these protocols?
What is the purpose of the general measures outlined in these protocols?
What is the protocol for determining the termination of resuscitation?
What is the protocol for determining the termination of resuscitation?
What is the purpose of the trauma transport protocols?
What is the purpose of the trauma transport protocols?
What is the protocol for evaluating a person in police custody who requires medical attention?
What is the protocol for evaluating a person in police custody who requires medical attention?
What is the purpose of the EMS quality improvement program?
What is the purpose of the EMS quality improvement program?
What is the protocol for determining the destination of a trauma patient?
What is the protocol for determining the destination of a trauma patient?
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Study Notes
Safety Protocols
- The safety of Emergency Medical Service (EMS) personnel is paramount to quality patient care.
- Each scene should be properly evaluated for hazardous materials, fire, violent patients, and circumstances.
- Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be utilized according to WPFD Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG) and relevant protocols.
Consent and Treatment
- Verbal consent should be obtained prior to treatment.
- Respect the patient's right to privacy and dignity.
- The paramedic should decide if Advanced Life Support (ALS) measures will be needed upon patient contact.
- ALS interventions should be instituted simultaneously with the initial assessment.
Critical Rhythms
- Critical rhythms include: V-Fib, V-Tach, SVT, Asystole, 2nd Degree Type 2, 3rd Degree, Idioventricular, Agonal, ST Elevation MI, and ST Depression.
Equipment Operation
- The paramedic should be able to operate all current EMS equipment utilized by the Winter Park Fire Department.
- Equipment includes: CPAP machine, Glucometers, Interosseous drill, Scoop Stretcher, Power Stretcher, Long Backboards, Short Spine Board, Kendrick Extraction Device, Traction splint, Cardboard splints, Nitrous Oxide, Pedi-immobilizer, Lucas machine, and Lifepak 15.
Daily Protocol Quizzes
- Daily protocol quizzes will be administered by the preceptor to assist in assessing weaknesses and strengths.
- Quizzes are not meant to be graded but used as a tool in facilitating familiarity with the protocols.
- Quizzes can be done with the preceptor or alone and are self-graded by open book review.
Administrative Policies
- Administrative policies include: Index, General Measures, Radio Report Format, Refusal of Service, Physician or Nurse on Scene, Termination of Resuscitation, Determination of Death, and Unattended Death or Crime Scene.
- Other policies include: Medical Evaluation of a Person in Police Custody, Taser Probe Evaluation, Trauma Transport Protocols, Emergency Transport, and Criteria for Helicopter Transport.
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