PCP EMS Operations and Scene Management 3

Question 1

Which term describes the process of identifying and ranking hazards at an emergency scene before committing resources?

Accepted Answer

Scene size-up

Answer

Triage

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Risk-benefit analysis

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Situational awareness

Question 2

What minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) is recommended for EMS providers when treating a patient with suspected tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

N95 respirator, gloves, and eye protection

Answer

Surgical mask and gloves

Answer

Powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR)

Answer

Standard precautions only (gloves)

Question 3

In the NIMS framework, which section chief is responsible for acquiring and tracking all operational resources?

Accepted Answer

Logistics Section Chief

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Operations Section Chief

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Planning Section Chief

Answer

Finance/Administration Section Chief

Question 4

A patient is found in a structure fire with severe burns and singed facial hair. Which is the PRIORITY action before transport?

Accepted Answer

Secure a definitive airway due to risk of inhalation injury

Answer

Apply dry sterile dressings to burns

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Initiate two large-bore IVs and run fluids wide open

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Administer high-dose morphine for pain control

Question 5

When transporting a critical patient, what should the paramedic do if the receiving hospital is on diversion?

Accepted Answer

Use clinical judgment and medical direction to determine the most appropriate destination

Answer

Always honor the diversion and go to the next closest hospital

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Bypass the hospital without notification

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Wait on scene until diversion is lifted

Question 6

Which action is MOST important when documenting a patient care report (PCR) after an emergency call?

Accepted Answer

Provide an accurate, objective, and timely account of assessment and care

Answer

Include personal opinions about patient behavior

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Document only the treatments that were successful

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Omit sensitive information to protect patient privacy

Question 7

A paramedic crew is involved in a motor vehicle accident while responding to a call. According to most protocols, what is the FIRST notification that must be made?

Accepted Answer

Notify dispatch and follow agency protocol for responder injuries

Answer

Notify the patient's family

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Report to the hospital for a wellness check

Answer

File a report with the state EMS office within 24 hours