ePCR Refusals and Lift Assists Protocol Quiz

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What action should EMS laptops undergo each morning according to the text?

Restart (correct)

Hibernate

Shutdown

Standby

When should ePCRs for refusals or lift assists be completed?

After the end of a shift

During any shift

Before the end of a shift (correct)

At the start of a shift

What does the CAD dispatch server create when providing mutual-aid to another community scene?

EMS ePCR (correct)

Incident log

Patient survey

Fire report

When should you not use the 'open' PCR according to the text?

When dispatched for subsequent calls Signup and view all the answers

Who should contact RFD dispatch to request a new 'ticket' for a call?

Paramedic-in-Charge Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented in the Narrative Elements for Adult Refusals, according to the text?

Patient's legal and mental competence to refuse medical care Signup and view all the answers

In EMS reports, what is CMS related to?

Spinal motion restriction Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the EMS Documentation Outline should include patient complaints directly quoted if possible?

Chief Complaint Signup and view all the answers

What is included in SAMPLE information as appropriate in EMS reports?

Allergies and medications Signup and view all the answers

What is documented after Spinal Motion Restriction in the EMS Documentation Outline?

CMS prior to and after splinting Signup and view all the answers

What should be recorded under Hospital Contact in EMS reports?

The mode of communication used for hospital contact Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following instances can a step-parent authorize consent for treatment and transport of a minor?

If the step-parent is a legal guardian of the minor Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can a minor consent for and refuse treatment and transport?

Ages 14-17 as per EHEMSS Refusal Policy Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a condition under which a minor can consent for and refuse treatment and transport?

Being a high school graduate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid criterion for a minor to consent for and refuse treatment and transport?

Having a medical insurance policy Signup and view all the answers

If a step-parent has not legally adopted the minor, what must they possess to authorize medical care for the minor?

A written document from the parent or legal guardian Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented in the narrative elements for minor refusals?

Key points of an adult refusal Signup and view all the answers

In the SOAP format, under subjective data, what should be included?

Past medical history Signup and view all the answers

What does the assessment data in the manual refer to?

The paramedic's clinical impression based on subjective and objective data Signup and view all the answers

Which element is part of the 'objective data' section in the SOAP format?

Physical exam Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented about the Medical Control Physician in minor refusals?

Their name or number for follow-up questions Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented as part of the plan of patient management?

Appropriate SOP for patient care & treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol if a patient is exhibiting violent tendencies prior to transport?

The ambulance driver should inform the RFD dispatch to request assistance from the police officer Signup and view all the answers

When can the RN sign the patient care report (pcr) if the patient is unable to sign?

If the patient is unable to sign due to lack of competency Signup and view all the answers

What should be documented on the pcr if a patient refuses to sign and won't be transported?

A statement indicating 'Refused' Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should the officer be present in the patient-care area of the ambulance during transport?

When the patient is aggressive towards public safety personnel Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by the ambulance driver if assistance from a police officer is needed?

Stop the ambulance and inform RFD dispatch to request assistance Signup and view all the answers