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  1. At a structural collapse scene, a secondary collapse is imminent. The rescue team should immediately:

    Answer: Initiate evacuation of all personnel from the collapse zone

    Rescuer safety takes absolute priority; all personnel must evacuate the danger zone when secondary collapse is imminent.

  2. A patient requiring spinal immobilization is trapped in a vehicle. Which device is MOST appropriate for initial spinal stabilization before extrication?

    Answer: Kendrick Extrication Device (KED)

    The KED secures the head, neck, and torso as a unit, allowing the patient to be rotated and removed while maintaining spinal alignment.

  3. During ice rescue, EMS should approach a victim through ice by:

    Answer: Crawling prone to spread body weight over a larger area

    Crawling prone distributes body weight over a larger surface area, reducing point-pressure that could break thin ice.

  4. Which hazardous material placard indicates an oxidizer?

    Answer: Yellow diamond with flame-over-circle symbol

    The yellow diamond with a flame-over-circle is the DOT placard for oxidizers (Class 5.1), which accelerate combustion.

  5. In a high-angle rope rescue, the 'belay' system serves which function?

    Answer: Acts as a backup to catch the load if the main line fails

    The belay is an independent safety system that arrests a fall if the main raising or lowering line fails.

  6. A patient rescued from a burning building presents with confusion, cherry-red skin, and a headache. The paramedic should FIRST administer:

    Answer: High-flow oxygen via non-rebreather mask

    High-flow 100% oxygen accelerates the dissociation of carboxyhemoglobin, the priority treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning.

  7. When using hydraulic rescue tools ('Jaws of Life') near a hybrid or electric vehicle, the paramedic should advise rescuers to:

    Answer: Avoid cutting orange-jacketed cables and disable the 12V accessory battery instead

    Orange cables carry high-voltage DC current; the 12V accessory battery should be cut to depower safety systems without touching HV components.