EMT Emergency Care Book - CH. 40 - Incident Command System (ICS) Principles

What is the order of priority for treatment and transport at a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI)?

Which triage category at an MCI includes patients with severe injuries having minimal chances of survival?

What type of injuries do Minimal (green-tag) patients at an MCI usually have?

Which category of patients at an MCI need immediate care and transport?

What does the acronym IDME stand for in relation to triage categories?

What is the primary objective of the Incident Command System (ICS)?

What principle of the ICS aims to avoid inefficiency and duplication of effort?

What is the recommended supervisor/worker ratio according to the ICS?

Which incident organizational level is responsible for a major functional area such as finance/administration, logistics, planning, or operations?

What is the role of the branch director in the ICS?

Under what circumstances would incident personnel establish branches within the incident organization?

What is the primary function of the medical branch director in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the triage supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What should be included in a disaster communications plan?

Who is responsible for designating someone as the chief of the medical branch under the operations section?

What is the role of mobile self-contained communications centers in disaster response?

What is the purpose of designating channels strictly for command during a disaster?

What type of drum is typically used to store corrosive substances?

Which type of nonbulk storage vessel is commonly used to store flammable liquids?

Which type of material is typically stored in cardboard drums?

Which type of nonbulk storage vessel is commonly used to store pesticides?

Which type of drum is typically used to store materials that are too reactive for plain steel or polyethylene?

Which type of nonbulk storage vessel is commonly used to store cement powder?

Which triage category represents an intermediate category between the critical (red tag) and non-critical, nonambulatory (yellow tag) categories of patients?

Which triage category includes patients who are having nontraumatic chest pain or shortness of breath following an event?

Which triage category typically includes patients with severe medical problems and signs of shock (hypoperfusion)?

Which triage category includes patients whose treatment and transport can be temporarily delayed, such as those with burns without airway compromise or major or multiple bone or joint injuries?

Which triage category includes patients who are already dead or have little chance for survival?

Which triage category includes patients who require minimal or no treatment and transport, such as those with minor fractures or minor soft-tissue injuries?

What is the primary role of the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) guidelines published by OSHA?

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of a potential meth lab?

What level of training do EMTs require to respond to hazmat incidents according to HAZWOPER?

Which of the following is NOT a common injury risk for people who cook meth?

What should be the first action if you suspect the presence of a meth lab?

Which of the following is NOT a common smell associated with meth labs?

What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?

What is the role of the triage supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What are the potential health hazards associated with exposure to toxic fumes from meth labs?

What is the primary concern when considering immediate patient care in a possible hazmat incident?

What is the reason for the increased popularity of meth?

What is the primary function of mobile self-contained communications centers during a disaster response?

What are the potential risks associated with the manufacturing process of meth?

Which category of patients at an MCI need immediate care and transport?

Which type of nonbulk storage vessel is commonly used to store flammable liquids?

What is the recommended supervisor/worker ratio according to the ICS?

What is the primary purpose of asking 'What do I have?' during an initial assessment at an incident scene?

What is the significance of establishing whether an incident is open or closed?

What is the purpose of warning all responders about hazardous materials or safety concerns as soon as possible?

What is the role of the 'symbiotic relationship' between the three basic questions in an initial assessment?

What is the main purpose of a mobile emergency room at an incident scene?

What is the significance of a closed incident quickly becoming an open incident?

What is the primary focus of the question 'What do I need to do?' during an initial assessment?

What is the importance of working as a team when answering the three basic questions during an initial assessment?

What is the primary responsibility of the safety officer in a disaster response situation?

What is the significance of the liaison officer's role in the incident organization?

What is the role of the joint information center (JIC) in managing public information during a disaster?

What is the significance of the PIO's role in disaster response?

What is the primary function of the medical branch director in the Incident Command System (ICS)?

What is the role of the triage supervisor in the Incident Command System (ICS)?

What is the role of the branch director in the ICS?

What is the role of mobile self-contained communications centers in disaster response?

What is the primary duty of the triage division or group during a large incident?

What is one of the most difficult parts of working as triage personnel during a large incident?

What is the primary function of the treatment supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the transportation supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the medical branch director in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the medical branch director in communicating with the treatment supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the medical branch director in coordinating with the transportation supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What is the role of the medical branch director in communicating with the transportation supervisor in the Incident Command System?

What is the immediate action to take if a pediatric patient is found not breathing?

Why is a pediatric patient labeled as expectant (black) if they do not begin to breathe after receiving rescue breaths?

What is the significance of assessing the approximate rate of respirations in the JumpSTART process?

Why is it important to assess the hemodynamic status of a pediatric patient during triage?

What should be done if a pediatric patient does not have a distal pulse during triage?

What distinguishes an immediate priority (red) patient in JumpSTART triage?

In JumpSTART triage, why is it crucial to open the airway with a manual maneuver for a non-breathing pediatric patient with a pulse?

When should a pediatric patient be labeled as immediate priority (red) during JumpSTART triage?

What is a key characteristic of a single command system in incident management?

In a multivehicle crash situation at a mass-casualty incident, which team would typically take the lead according to the response plan?

What is the primary reason for agencies that share a border to train often together?

Why are large MCIs, such as hazmat incidents, more likely to require a multiagency or multijurisdictional response?

What is one potential drawback of a shared responsibility for decision-making in incident management?

Under what circumstances would the Incident Commander designate a safety officer at a motor vehicle crash site with multiple patients?

Why is it important for agencies involved in large-scale incidents to appoint team members to all command roles?

What makes large MCIs, like hazmat incidents, different from other incidents in terms of agency involvement?

What is the primary concern when considering immediate patient care in a possible hazmat incident?

Which resource is required for a situation involving extrication?

What is the main purpose of a mobile emergency room at an incident scene?

What is the recommended supervisor-to-worker ratio according to the ICS?

Which triage category includes patients who require minimal or no treatment and transport, such as those with minor fractures or minor soft-tissue injuries?

What does the acronym IDME stand for in relation to triage categories?

What is the primary function of the medical branch director in the Incident Command System (ICS)?

What is the primary concern when considering immediate patient care in a possible hazmat incident?

What toxicity level includes materials that could cause temporary damage or residual injury unless prompt medical treatment is provided?

Which toxicity level is considered extremely hazardous to health and requires full protective gear to avoid any skin exposure?

Which toxicity level includes materials that would cause little, if any, health hazard if one came in contact with them?

Which toxicity level includes materials that would cause irritation on contact but only mild residual injury, even without treatment?

Which toxicity level includes materials that could cause temporary damage or residual injury unless prompt medical treatment is provided, and also requires use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)?

Which toxicity level includes materials that are considered slightly hazardous but require use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) if one is going to come in contact with them?

Which toxicity level includes materials that are considered extremely hazardous to health and could cause temporary damage or residual injury unless prompt medical treatment is provided?

Which toxicity level includes materials that would cause irritation on contact but only mild residual injury, even without treatment, and also requires use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)?

What is the purpose of a placard in the context of hazardous materials transportation?

What is the size of a label used for smaller packages containing hazardous materials?

Which organization in Canada also uses the same marking system for hazardous materials transportation?

What is the primary function of a label on a box inside a delivery truck carrying hazardous materials?

What is the approximate size of a placard used for hazardous materials transportation?

Which organization is responsible for providing the Emergency Response Guidebook that contains labels, placards, and markings for hazardous materials transportation?

Which federal agency is responsible for the safety of hazardous materials transportation in the United States?

What is the primary purpose of placards and labels in the context of hazardous materials transportation?