You are going to help in the self-administration of an MDI in a patient with COPD that has a prescribed inhaler. If the EMT provides this care without first contacting medical dire... You are going to help in the self-administration of an MDI in a patient with COPD that has a prescribed inhaler. If the EMT provides this care without first contacting medical direction, what kind of protocols is he employing? You are responding to a medical emergency. Which of the following actions is considered unsafe while driving the ambulance? When two emergency vehicles are responding to the same scene from the same direction, they should:
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about protocols involved in the self-administration of a medication (MDI) for a patient with COPD and the actions considered unsafe during a medical emergency response. This suggests it relates to emergency medical services and protocols.
Answer
Standing orders or protocols; excessive speeding is unsafe; keep a safe distance.
For question 2, the EMT is using standing orders or protocols. Question 3's unsafe action is speeding excessively. For question 4, emergency vehicles should maintain a safe distance and avoid passing each other.
Answer for screen readers
For question 2, the EMT is using standing orders or protocols. Question 3's unsafe action is speeding excessively. For question 4, emergency vehicles should maintain a safe distance and avoid passing each other.
More Information
Standing orders allow EMTs to perform certain actions without direct medical direction based on pre-approved protocols.
Tips
Ensure you understand the standing orders and proper ambulance driving protocols.
Sources
- Delaware Basic Life Support Protocols, Guidelines and Standing Orders - dhss.delaware.gov
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