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What should be a paramedic's primary consideration?
What should be a paramedic's primary consideration?
- Reimbursement issues
- Laws governing emergency vehicle operations
- Speeding to reach the hospital quickly
- Patient needs (correct)
According to state laws, what is the responsibility of an emergency vehicle operator?
According to state laws, what is the responsibility of an emergency vehicle operator?
- Drive recklessly to save time
- Ignore public safety in emergencies
- Operate the vehicle with due regard (correct)
- Obey all traffic rules strictly
What is the most common cause of paramedics facing legal action?
What is the most common cause of paramedics facing legal action?
- Collisions involving emergency vehicles (correct)
- Inadequate training
- Failure to wear protective gear
- Delayed response to emergencies
What should a paramedic do in a situation involving a potential crime scene?
What should a paramedic do in a situation involving a potential crime scene?
When involved in a vehicle crash scenario, what should a paramedic do unless absolutely necessary?
When involved in a vehicle crash scenario, what should a paramedic do unless absolutely necessary?
What should a paramedic do if it is necessary to move furniture or objects at a scene?
What should a paramedic do if it is necessary to move furniture or objects at a scene?
Why is it important for a paramedic not to touch items like telephones or door knobs at a potential crime scene?
Why is it important for a paramedic not to touch items like telephones or door knobs at a potential crime scene?
What is the general protocol for transporting patients in most EMS systems?
What is the general protocol for transporting patients in most EMS systems?
What kind of vehicle operations are authorized by laws governing emergency vehicles?
What kind of vehicle operations are authorized by laws governing emergency vehicles?
What standard is established for emergency vehicle operators by most state laws?
What standard is established for emergency vehicle operators by most state laws?
