OEC Professional Standards & Competencies 2

Question 1

Which organization publishes the National Ski Patrol's OEC curriculum and sets the national standard for OEC practice?

Accepted Answer

National Ski Patrol (NSP)

Answer

The National Ski Patrol (NSP) owns and publishes the OEC curriculum, establishing national standards for Outdoor Emergency Care practice.

Question 2

An OEC Technician's scope of practice is primarily determined by:

Accepted Answer

State EMS statutes and the patrol's medical director

Answer

Scope of practice for OEC Technicians is defined by state EMS law and authorized through a physician medical director who provides protocols.

Question 3

When a new OEC Technician receives an OEC card, it is valid for how long before recertification is required?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

OEC certification is valid for 3 years, after which the technician must complete recertification to maintain active status.

Question 4

During a mass casualty incident at a ski resort, which principle should guide how an OEC Technician allocates limited resources?

Accepted Answer

Triage to maximize the number of patients who can benefit from available resources

Answer

Triage in a mass casualty incident prioritizes using limited resources where they will do the most good — maximizing survivable outcomes overall.

Question 5

A fellow OEC Technician is observed performing a skill that appears to exceed the patrol's authorized protocols. The best immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Intervene immediately if patient safety is at risk and report to the patrol director

Answer

Patient safety takes priority; intervene if harm is imminent, then report the incident through proper patrol channels.

(OEC) Outdoor Emergency Care Certification Practice Test