Hoffman Estates Fire Department Medical Information Card
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Hoffman Estates Fire Department Medical Information Card

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What is the primary purpose of the Medical Information Card?

  • To reduce community health risks
  • To record medical information for paramedics (correct)
  • To improve efficiency and accuracy of care
  • To promote the use of magnetized envelopes

    • What is the size of the folded Medical Information Card?

  • 5 inch by 4 ¼ inch
  • 2 ¾ inch by 4 inch (correct)
  • 11 inch by 4 inch
  • 8 inch by 3 inch

    • Who is responsible for approving the Medical Information Card policy?

  • The Nursing Home Administration
  • The Hoffman Estates Fire Department team
  • The City Council
  • Alan Wax, Fire Chief (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the see-through magnetized envelope?

    <p>To label medical information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can residents obtain the Medical Information Card?

    <p>At block parties, wellness fairs, senior fairs, and nursing home visits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the re-evaluation date for the Medical Information Card policy?

    <p>January 1, 2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of the open Medical Information Card?

    <p>11 inch by 4 inch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the revision number of the Medical Information Card policy?

    <p>Revision 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hoffman Estates Fire Department - Medical Information Card

    • The Hoffman Estates Fire Department promotes the use of the Medical Information Card to assist paramedics with patient care.
    • The card is a folded pamphlet where residents or family members record pertinent medical information.
    • The information on the card helps paramedics in emergency medical calls at residences and nursing homes.
    • The Medical Information Card is 11 inches by 4 inches, folded into a 2 ¾ inch by 4 inch rectangle.

    Medical Information Card Details

    • The card contains important medical and contact information to assist paramedics in rendering EMS care.
    • A See-Through Magnetized Envelope, labeled "My Medical Information", is used to store the card.
    • The envelope is 5 inches by 4 ¼ inches with a see-through front and red backing.

    Distribution and Promotion

    • The Hoffman Estates Fire Department offers Medical Information Cards to residents.
    • Cards are distributed at block parties, wellness fairs, senior fairs, and nursing home visits.
    • The purpose of the Medical Information Card is to reduce community health risks and improve efficiency and accuracy of care.

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    Standard operating guidelines for Hoffman Estates Fire Department, focusing on medical information cards. Covers NIMS compliant procedures and protocols.

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