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What does the term 'void space' refer to in structural collapse management?
What is the primary purpose of triage in emergency medical services?
Which zone is typically the command area at a disaster or incident scene?
What is the definition of a major incident in EMS operations?
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What is the primary focus for EMS providers in a mass evacuation scenario?
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What is the priority category for patients who need immediate care, usually due to circulatory or respiratory issues?
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What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS) in EMS operations?
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In a triage scenario, what does the color code 'Yellow' indicate?
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What is the primary goal of triage in a mass casualty incident?
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Study Notes
Law Enforcement Involvement
- Consider involving law enforcement for traffic control and bystander management in severe accidents or high-traffic disruptions.
Patient Packaging
- Essential items to consider:
- Portable oxygen tank
- IV lines
- Warmth
- Head and eye protection
- KED or KED/SKED (for spinal immobilization and extrication)
Special Rescue Scene Safety
- Primary consideration in technical rescue EMS operations.
Structural Collapse Rescue
- "Void space" refers to open spaces left by a demolished building.
Special Rescue Zones and Management
- Types of rescue zones:
- Confined spaces
- Trenches
- Rope Rescue
- Confined spaces are areas with limited ventilation and not designed for continuous occupancy.
- Primary concerns in confined space rescue:
- Hazardous atmosphere
- Limited access
Water Rescue
- Primary goal: rescue and treat individuals in or near water.
- In swift water rescue:
- Hypothermia is the primary hazard.
- Throw bag is used for retrieving patients.
Swift Water Rescue Equipment
- Essential items:
- Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
- Cutting tools
Medical Rescue Preparation
- Essential skills and knowledge:
- Equipment familiarization
- Communication skills
- Medical knowledge
- Teamwork and leadership
- Mental and emotional preparedness
- Physical fitness
- Continual improvement
Special EMS Operations
- Triage: prioritizing patients based on severity of injuries or illnesses.
- Triage categories:
- Red: highest priority (need immediate care)
- Yellow: second highest priority (able to wait longer before transport)
- Green: walking (able to wait several hours for transport)
- Black: dead (have lethal injuries)
Incident Management and Multiple Causality Incidents
- In mass evacuation scenarios:
- First priority: triage of individuals and calling of additional resources
- In structural collapse management:
- "Void space" refers to open or empty spaces within a collapsed structure.
- Major incident: exceeds available resources due to the number of patients, severity, type of casualties, and locations.
Zones of a Disaster
- Gold Zone: command area for high-level decision-making and incident management.
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Test your knowledge of technical rescue scene management, including law enforcement involvement, patient packaging, and special rescue scene safety considerations. Learn about the essential equipment and procedures required for a successful rescue operation.
