Types of Disasters: Natural vs Man-made
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What is the primary objective of a Mass Casualty Incident response?

  • To prioritize treatment based on the severity of injuries
  • To move all patients to a medical facility as soon as possible (correct)
  • To conduct a thorough investigation of the incident
  • To provide advanced life support to critically injured patients

What is the key difference between a Mass Casualty Incident and a Multiple Casualty Incident?

  • The number of casualties involved
  • The type of emergency response required
  • The severity of the injuries
  • The resources available to manage the incident (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a man-made cause of a Mass Casualty Incident?

  • Avalanche
  • Earthquake
  • Landslide
  • Chemical spill (correct)

What is the primary role of Emergency Medical Responders (Paramedics) during a Mass Casualty Incident?

<p>To triage and prioritize treatment of patients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of triage during a Mass Casualty Incident?

<p>To rapidly identify and prioritize treatment of the most critically injured patients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Incident Command System during a Mass Casualty Incident?

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What is an example of a natural cause of a Mass Casualty Incident?

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What is the primary focus of Logistics and Resource Allocation during a Mass Casualty Incident?

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

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Which triage method is specifically adapted for field scenarios?

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What does the National Incident Management System (NIMS) primarily manage?

<p>Multiple-casualty incidents requiring coordinated care (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Incident Command System?

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In triage, which category is the priority for immediate treatment?

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What is a key feature of the Command and Control Structures in emergency response?

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What is a critical function of logistics within emergency response operations?

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Which of the following triage methods focuses on rapidly assessing patients in disaster situations?

<p>START Triage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the optimal span of control for an Incident Commander?

<p>Three to Seven people (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating an incident in a single-jurisdiction incident?

<p>Incident Commander (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Safety Officer in the Incident Command System?

<p>Monitor all on-scene actions and ensure they do not create harmful conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a large-scale or long-term incident, who assumes responsibility for all accounting and administrative activities?

<p>Finance/Administration staff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of command structure is used in multi-jurisdiction incidents?

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What is the primary function of the Liaison Officer in the Incident Command System?

<p>Coordinates all incident information with outside agencies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step an Incident Commander should take upon arrival at the scene?

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Who should establish command at an incident scene?

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Flashcards

Natural Disasters

Disasters caused by natural forces, such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes.

Man-made Disasters

Disasters initiated by human actions, such as building collapses, traffic accidents, and chemical spills.

Triage

The process of sorting patients based on the severity of their injuries to determine who needs immediate medical attention.

Incident Command System (ICS)

A standardized framework for managing emergency response during large-scale incidents. It establishes clear roles and responsibilities to ensure efficient coordination.

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National Incident Management System (NIMS)

This system focuses on coordinating multiple jurisdictions to manage emergency response.

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Mass Casualty Incident (MCI)

An emergency involving a high number of casualties, exceeding the local resources.

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Multiple Casualty Incident

An incident with multiple victims but without exhausting the available resources.

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Paramedics' Role in MCI

The role of paramedics in managing mass casualty incidents, ensuring effective triage and treatment of victims.

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Triage in MCI

The process of determining the priority of care for patients based on the severity of their injuries.

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Safety Officer in ICS

A critical section within ICS, responsible for ensuring the safety of personnel and actions taken during an incident.

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Liaison Officer in ICS

The section within ICS that coordinates communication and information exchange with external agencies involved in the incident.

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Information Officer in ICS

The section within ICS that manages the gathering and dissemination of information to media and stakeholders.

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Singular Command

A command structure where a single individual oversees the incident in a single jurisdiction setting.

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Unified Command

A collaborative command structure where managers from different jurisdictions work together to share responsibilities.

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Finance and Administration in ICS

The section within ICS responsible for managing finances and administrative tasks related to the incident.

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Objective of MCI Response

The core objective during an MCI is to quickly evaluate patients, provide necessary treatment, and transport them for further care.

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What is a natural disaster?

A disaster that originates due to natural causes.

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What is a man-made disaster?

A disaster that originates due to human actions.

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What is triage in the context of an MCI?

The system used to prioritize patients based on severity in emergencies.

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What does a paramedic do during an MCI?

The role of paramedics during a large-scale event like an MCI.

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What is the purpose of ICS?

The purpose of the Incident Command System in emergency response.

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What is NIMS?

A standardized framework for managing emergencies involving multiple jurisdictions.

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What's the difference between an MCI and a multiple casualty incident?

The key difference between an MCI and a multiple casualty incident.

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What is the role of the Safety Officer in ICS?

The section within ICS responsible for ensuring safety during the incident.

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What is a Command in ICS?

The term used for the leader or leaders responsible for an incident.

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What is the role of the Liaison Officer in ICS?

The section within ICS responsible for communicating with other agencies and individuals involved.

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Study Notes

Types of Disasters

  • Natural disasters occur without human intervention, impacting the environment and society adversely.
  • Examples include floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, droughts, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, heatwaves, dust storms, thunderstorms, and tornadoes.
  • Man-made disasters result from human actions, potentially causing harm or seeking power or revenge.
  • Examples of man-made disasters include building collapses, road traffic accidents, aircraft crashes, conventional warfare, and harmful exposures to chemical, nuclear, and biological agents.

Levels of Disaster

  • Disasters can be categorized based on their origin: natural or man-made, each with distinct characteristics and impacts.

Role of Emergency Medical Responders (Paramedics) During Mass Casualty Incidents (MCI)

  • Paramedics are critical in managing mass casualty incidents, ensuring effective triage and treatment of victims.

Triage

  • Triage is the process of assessing and prioritizing patients based on their medical needs during emergencies.
  • Advanced triage methods include SALT Triage, Triage SIEVE, START triage, and CAREFLIGHT triage.

Incident Command System (ICS)

  • The ICS is a standardized framework for managing emergency response, enhancing coordination between multiple agencies.
  • NIMS, the National Incident Management System, manages multiple casualty incidents, ensuring organization in triage, treatment, transport, and staging.
  • The span of control in an ICS typically allows for three to seven persons to be effectively monitored by one individual.

Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) and Multiple Casualty Incident

  • An MCI generates a significant number of casualties that exceed local resources' capabilities.
  • A multiple casualty incident features multiple victims but does not overwhelm available resources. Routine procedures can manage the situation.
  • The objective during an MCI is the rapid transport of patients to medical facilities.

Command Structures in ICS

  • Singular Command involves one individual overseeing an incident, suitable for single jurisdiction scenarios.
  • Unified Command collaborates managers from various jurisdictions to share responsibilities efficiently.
  • Command sections include:
    • Safety Officer: Ensures on-scene actions are safe.
    • Liaison Officer: Manages coordination with outside agencies.
    • Information Officer: Collects and disseminates incident-related data to media and stakeholders.

Finance and Administration

  • Finance/administration is less active in small-scale incidents but plays a significant role in large-scale or long-term emergencies, handling all accounting and administrative functions.

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