AFA Chapter 21

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What is the recommended action for patients after removing their clothing and personal items in a CBRNE incident?

Use soap only if it is unavailable

Wash themselves from the bottom up (correct)

Proceed to the designated holding area immediately

Jump into the water spraying system headfirst

How should individuals control their reactions if they feel overwhelmed during a CBRNE incident?

Focus on the task being performed and monitor the scene for hazards (correct)

Stop all tasks immediately

Panic and run away from the scene

Ignore the feelings of being overwhelmed

What should individuals do if they need to eat during a prolonged response to a CBRNE incident?

Ignore hunger and continue working

Take breaks to eat regularly and stay hydrated (correct)

Eat only if there is spare time

Share food with the other responders

What action did the police officer take after assessing the injuries of the driver?

Requested additional resources from the dispatcher Signup and view all the answers

During decontamination in a CBRNE incident, what should individuals avoid doing?

Washing from bottom up Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS) mentioned in the text?

To establish a unified approach in managing emergencies involving multiple agencies Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where a utility pole was struck, what action would the police officer have taken?

Summoned the power company Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of using the Incident Command System (ICS) according to the text?

Establishing a unified command structure with well-established divisions Signup and view all the answers

What additional resources would the police officer have requested if a person had been trapped in the vehicle?

Summoned specialized rescue squad personnel Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing removed items in double plastic bags after a CBRNE incident?

To have them collected by qualified personnel Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does the term 'incident commander' refer to?

The first responder who assumes leadership at the scene of an incident Signup and view all the answers

What was the main factor that determined the resources needed in each situation?

Extent of injuries sustained Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the incident commander to make the scene safe before approaching the vehicle?

To prevent further harm to themselves, bystanders, and any patients Signup and view all the answers

What is one key responsibility of the police officer after turning over the patient to paramedics?

Reassess scene safety Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using the Incident Command System (ICS) as described in the text?

Inhibiting effective communication between different response units Signup and view all the answers

Which entity would be called upon if there was a downed electrical wire due to a car accident?

Power company Signup and view all the answers

How does the Incident Command System (ICS) help in emergencies involving multiple agencies, according to the text?

By establishing a unified command structure and common vocabulary Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of triage in a multiple-casualty incident?

To sort patients into categories based on injury severity Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to modify the patient assessment model in a multiple-casualty incident?

To understand and prioritize patient care in an MCI Signup and view all the answers

In what situation could a patient die while attention is given to someone with a minor injury?

When a patient is unresponsive due to an airway obstruction Signup and view all the answers

Why do responders need to be familiar with the triage system used in their local jurisdiction?

To sort and treat patients based on injury severity Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'triage' originally refer to?

Sorting and treatment of battle-injured individuals Signup and view all the answers

Why might some high-priority patients not receive the care they need in an MCI?

Responder's inability to help due to overwhelming circumstances Signup and view all the answers

Why is emergency wash-down (EW) not considered an alternative to proper decontamination?

It may not be as thorough as formal decontamination Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of directing patients to walk through the spray of water during emergency wash-down?

To facilitate thorough decontamination Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for patients to avoid swallowing water or touching their faces with their contaminated hands during emergency wash-down?

To prevent the spread of contamination to unaffected areas Signup and view all the answers

How should removed clothing and personal items be handled during emergency wash-down?

Collected in double plastic bags for disposal by qualified personnel Signup and view all the answers

What instruction should be followed when washing skin during emergency wash-down?

Wash from top down using soap if available Signup and view all the answers

Why might responders instruct patients on the emergency wash-down technique from a distance?

To reduce the chance of contamination for responders Signup and view all the answers