Questions and Answers
The course called "Outdoor Emergency Care" was created by the National Ski Patrol to:
The person who first organized a volunteer "ski patrol" and then was asked to organize a national patrol was:
Although the National Ski Patrol was originally a subcommittee of the National Ski Association, the NSP became an independent organization in:
The National Ski Patrol is one of a few organizations that have received a federal charter from the U.S. government. Because of this, each year the NSP must:
Signup and view all the answers
The creed of the National Ski Patrol is:
Signup and view all the answers
The 10th Mountain Division was founded:
Signup and view all the answers
The first emergency responder textbook created exclusively for ski patrollers was titled:
Signup and view all the answers
Dr. Warren Bowman is considered the father of Outdoor Emergency Care because he:
Signup and view all the answers
The 5th Edition of Outdoor Emergency Care:
Signup and view all the answers
Most teaching systems have found that the most effective way to master technical skills is by:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following statements about OEC 5th Edition is false?
Signup and view all the answers
In order to become an "on the hill" OEC Technician, you need to do all of the following except:
Signup and view all the answers
In order to maintain OEC certification, you must:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is not an ethical principle that OEC Technicians should follow?
Signup and view all the answers
Good Samaritan laws generally:
Signup and view all the answers
The failure to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person with similar training would exercise in a similar circumstance is known as:
Signup and view all the answers
While you are alone and caring for an injured skier in the aid room, a fellow patroller calls and tells you that your own young child was just injured in the terrain park. Concerned for your child, you leave the patient's care unfinished and run to the terrain park. Your action could be viewed as:
Signup and view all the answers
You arrive at the scene of an accident where a 22-year-old female skier has hit a tree and has a large bleeding cut on her head. When you ask her if she needs help, she refuses care and says she just needs to sit for a while. Noticing the amount of bleeding, you calmly express your concern for her, but she continues to say she doesn't want help. You hesitate to touch her because you are concerned that if you do, she could accuse you of:
Signup and view all the answers
You have just finished your shift, and while driving home still wearing your patrol jacket you come upon a car collision in which people appear to be injured. You recognize that if you approach the collision wearing your patrol jacket, members of the public may have a reasonable expectation that you will provide care. This expectation is known as:
Signup and view all the answers
While in the aid room treating a patient with a fractured wrist, the patient tells you that he was skiing on a slope that was too difficult for him, and that he started going too fast and got out of control. You recognize that this information must be documented on the accident report because it provides evidence of:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following statements concerning "standard of training" is true?
Signup and view all the answers
Although not required in OEC 5th Edition, your local mountain protocol states that any time you use a backboard you should always treat the patient as having a neck/back injury and apply a cervical collar. You recognize that this mountain-specific requirement is called a:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is not considered a form of patient consent?
Signup and view all the answers
When you approach an injured skier and ask, "May I help you?" and she replies "Yes," you interpret this "expressed consent" to mean that:
Signup and view all the answers
Upon finding an unconscious patient at the scene of a bad accident, your next step should be to:
Signup and view all the answers
It is a busy Friday night in the aid room when a child arrives complaining of abdominal pain. The child states that her parents dropped her off and that they are at the movies. You are concerned because the child is a minor with no adult to give consent for treatment. You would:
Signup and view all the answers
You are skiing down your favorite slope and notice a small group gathered around a middle-aged man sitting on the ground. You note that the boarder is holding his wrist and appears in pain. He agrees to have you examine him but then refuses any more help. You explain the possible consequences of not splinting the wrist and of the boarder trying to get down the mountain without help. This explanation of the risk of refusing care is provided in order to:
Signup and view all the answers
The type of consent that is based on an appreciation and understanding of the facts, implications, and possible future consequences of an action is known as:
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following descriptions is the best example of expressed consent?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of consent would apply for an unresponsive 28-year-old male victim of a motorcycle collision?
Signup and view all the answers
A situation in which an OEC Technician leaves a patient before the patient's care is transferred to another qualified individual is considered:
Signup and view all the answers
Although regulations may differ from state to state, the general laws that may protect OEC Technicians from liability while providing emergency care to a patient are known as:
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Outdoor Emergency Care Overview
- "Outdoor Emergency Care" course designed by the National Ski Patrol aims to standardize training for outdoor emergency responders, especially ski patrollers.
- Establishes a framework for OEC Technicians and responders involved in outdoor recreational activities.
Key Historical Figures
- Minnie Dole is credited with organizing the first volunteer ski patrol and later established a national patrol.
- The National Ski Patrol (NSP) became an independent organization in 1953.
National Ski Patrol Facts
- NSP is one of the few organizations to receive a federal charter, requiring annual reports to Congress.
- The NSP creed emphasizes "Service and Safety."
10th Mountain Division
- Founded due to Minnie Dole’s advocacy for a winter warfare unit after recognizing the military's need.
Educational Milestones
- "Winter Emergency Care" was the first emergency responder textbook specifically for ski patrollers.
- Dr. Warren Bowman is known for developing the concept of "intermediate" medical care for ski patrollers.
OEC Course Structure
- The 5th Edition of OEC includes advanced knowledge and skills, exceeding requirements posed by the U.S. Department of Transportation for Emergency Medical Responders.
- Effective skill mastery is achieved through personal practice rather than mere observation or memorization.
Certification and Maintenance
- OEC Technicians must complete yearly refresher courses covering one-third of the curriculum to maintain certification.
- Completion of a three-month candidacy program is not mandatory for certification.
Ethics and Legal Considerations
- Important ethical principles include prioritizing patient well-being and the importance of consent.
- Good Samaritan laws offer legal protection for individuals providing emergency assistance, applicable mainly to non-compensated helpers.
Care Standards
- Negligence occurs when care falls short of what a reasonably prudent individual would do in similar circumstances.
- Leaving a patient before care transfer can be viewed as abandonment.
Consent Types
- Consent may be expressed (verbal agreement) or implied (assumed in emergencies).
- Informed consent requires understanding of treatment implications and potential outcomes.
- Minors typically require parental consent for treatment unless implied consent applies.
Risk Management
- Documenting patient statements on incidents is crucial for legal protection regarding negligence claims.
- Understanding the expectations of care based on uniforms or patrol jackets is part of professional ethics and liability management.
Conclusion
- OEC Technicians must navigate complex scenarios involving ethics, consent, and legal risks, ensuring patient safety and adherence to established protocols while delivering emergency care.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
This quiz covers key concepts from Chapter 1 of the Outdoor Emergency Care course. It focuses on the history and standards established by the National Ski Patrol for outdoor emergency care. Test your knowledge on the creation and purpose of the OEC course.
