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What is the primary responsibility of the Extrication Sector in multiple patient incidents?
What is the primary responsibility of the Extrication Sector in multiple patient incidents?
- Removing and delivering patients to a treatment area (correct)
- Assessing the psychological state of each victim
- Evacuating victims to the nearest hospital regardless of their condition
- Providing direct medical treatment to all victims
In what situation is the Extrication Sector specifically utilized?
In what situation is the Extrication Sector specifically utilized?
- Stations that primarily focus on triage alone
- Events where a single patient needs immediate CPR
- Multiple patient incidents requiring physical disentanglement (correct)
- Incidents where no victims are trapped
How does the Extrication Sector assist the triage process?
How does the Extrication Sector assist the triage process?
- By assisting with necessary patient treatment prior to disentanglement (correct)
- By administering medications to stabilize all victims
- By performing surgeries on patients prior to removal
- By re-evaluating all patient conditions before treatment
What is NOT a function of the Extrication Sector during an emergency response?
What is NOT a function of the Extrication Sector during an emergency response?
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What best describes the role of the Extrication Sector in relation to patient management?
What best describes the role of the Extrication Sector in relation to patient management?
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Purpose of Extrication Sector
- An Extrication Sector is essential in incidents involving multiple patients needing disentanglement or rescue from entrapment.
- The primary role is to physically remove victims and transport them to a treatment area for medical care.
- Extrication crews support the triage process by providing necessary treatment to patients before their disentanglement occurs.
- This sector plays a critical role in managing complex emergency situations efficiently and safely.
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