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What is a common cause of fatalities among EMS workers?
What is a common cause of fatalities among EMS workers?
- Inadequate hydration
- Lack of exercise
- Overconsumption of caffeine
- Ambulance crashes during emergent responses (correct)
Which factor is mentioned as a significant contributor to injuries and fatalities for EMS workers?
Which factor is mentioned as a significant contributor to injuries and fatalities for EMS workers?
- High levels of caffeine intake
- Fatigue and sleep deprivation (correct)
- Overexertion from excessive exercise
- Emotional stress from work
What is the equivalent of being awake for 21 hours, according to the text?
What is the equivalent of being awake for 21 hours, according to the text?
- Experiencing enhanced decision-making abilities
- Being legally intoxicated (correct)
- Having heightened reflexes
- Improved hand-eye coordination
Which aspect is not mentioned as a factor influencing the quality of life for EMS workers?
Which aspect is not mentioned as a factor influencing the quality of life for EMS workers?
Why is it challenging for EMS providers to maintain a healthy diet according to the text?
Why is it challenging for EMS providers to maintain a healthy diet according to the text?
What are the five stages of grief according to the text?
What are the five stages of grief according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a way to prevent burnout?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a way to prevent burnout?
What can some traumatic calls lead to for EMS providers?
What can some traumatic calls lead to for EMS providers?
The text states that death is often regarded as a traumatic experience in the:
The text states that death is often regarded as a traumatic experience in the:
What is a crucial aspect of an exercise program for overall health?
What is a crucial aspect of an exercise program for overall health?
What is a recommended precaution for beginners before starting a new exercise program?
What is a recommended precaution for beginners before starting a new exercise program?
What is a crucial aspect of safely lifting and moving patients for paramedics?
What is a crucial aspect of safely lifting and moving patients for paramedics?
What is a physiological response that occurs when stress activates the fight or flight system?
What is a physiological response that occurs when stress activates the fight or flight system?
What is a recommended strategy for maintaining health and balance in an EMS career?
What is a recommended strategy for maintaining health and balance in an EMS career?
What is one of the dangers mentioned in the text related to distracted driving?
What is one of the dangers mentioned in the text related to distracted driving?
What is a recommended action for EMS providers when dealing with hostile situations?
What is a recommended action for EMS providers when dealing with hostile situations?
What can chronic stress potentially lead to, according to the text?
What can chronic stress potentially lead to, according to the text?
What should EMS providers do when recognizing signs of compassion fatigue?
What should EMS providers do when recognizing signs of compassion fatigue?
Why is it important for EMS workers to maintain outward calm and professionalism in emergencies?
Why is it important for EMS workers to maintain outward calm and professionalism in emergencies?
