AED Usage Quality Improvement Goals Quiz

What is one of the reasons for an EMT to have a written protocol for using an AED?

Which of the following would accurately describe the "Scope of Practice" for an EMT?

Which of the following skills would MOST likely be included in a standard EMT Course?

Which scenario would be an example of providing appropriate administrative support as an EMT?

What does passing a certification exam signify for a newly trained EMS student?

What area of personal conduct and attitude did the partner fail to demonstrate by kicking the homeless person to assess their level of consciousness?

Which statement BEST describes the process of quality improvement?

In terms of licensing or certification of EMS providers within a state, what is a common requirement for license or certification renewals?

In the context of medical direction, what is the primary purpose of doing a quality improvement review of every cardiac arrest call where an AED has been used?

What is the main goal of quality improvement in the usage of AEDs?

Which of the following is NOT a common quality improvement practice in EMS?

AED Usage and Quality Improvement

Purposes of AED

To improve the timeliness of shock delivery
To determine if the use of an AED is beneficial
To decrease the need for AED usage through prevention
To reprimand providers who are improperly using the AED

Written Protocol for AED Use

Required for EMTs to have a written protocol for using an AED
Outlines the rules and regulations handed down from the state government
Teaches EMTs how to defibrillate a patient in cardiac arrest
All privileges are granted through medical control

Scope of Practice

Describes the allowed treatments based on authorization and licensure
EMTs are allowed to provide treatments they are licensed, authorized, and trained to do

Standard EMT Course

Includes skills such as: oxygen therapy, application of traction splints, and establishing venous access
Excludes waveform capnography, endotracheal intubation, and 12-lead ECG interpretation

Administrative Support

Includes maintaining licenses and certifications
Adhering to policies and protocols
Completing documentation accurately and on time
Obtaining patient signatures for certain documents
Gathering insurance information for billing purposes

Certification Exam

Recognizes the candidate has demonstrated minimum competences for the job
Does not grant permission to practice independently

Personal Conduct and Attitude

Emotionally stable and non-judgemental and fair conduct is expected
Kicking a patient to assess level of consciousness is inappropriate

Quality Improvement Process

Assessing performance and improving the system
Focuses on improving the level of care provided to patients

Licensing or Certification

Requires continuing education or skills verification for renewal
State governments grant permission to practice, not the federal government
License or certification can be revoked or suspended

Test your knowledge on nursing ethics and quality improvement with this quiz. Identify areas of personal conduct and attitudes in the nursing profession and understand the process of improving quality in healthcare.