Transporting Wounded Officers

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What must officers do if they decide to transport the injured officer instead of waiting for an RA?

  • Notify the watch commander first (correct)
  • Utilize a police vehicle without emergency equipment
  • Transport to a local hospital
  • Request that Communications Division notify the trauma center

What are the key factors officers must consider when deciding whether to transport the injured officer?

  • Availability of a police vehicle and the nature of the injury
  • Proximity to the nearest trauma center and availability of a police vehicle
  • Proximity to the nearest trauma center and the nature of the injury
  • Time and proximity to the nearest trauma center (correct)

What is the purpose of notifying the Communications Division when officers decide to transport the injured officer?

  • To inform them about the officers' destination (correct)
  • To request immediate backup
  • To request an RA
  • To notify the trauma center about the injury

Under what circumstances may an injured officer be transported in a police vehicle instead of a Rescue Ambulance?

<p>If waiting for an RA could cause further harm or delay immediate lifesaving treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'immediate emergency' refer to in the context of transporting injured officers?

<p>Injuries caused by penetrating gunshots or stabbings to the head, neck, torso, major arteries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors should officers consider in deciding whether to transport an injured officer immediately?

<p>Time and proximity to the nearest trauma center (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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