Chapter 4 –
Communications and
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, Base station Radio hardware containing a transmitter and receiver that is located in a fixed
location
Mobile radio Vehicle-mounted device that operates at a lower frequency than a base station
Closed-ended questions Questions that can be answered in short or single word responses.
Communication The transmisson of information to another person-verbally or through body
language
Cultural imposition When one person imposes his or her beliefs, values, and practices on another
because he or she believe his or her ideals are superior
Documentation The recorded portion of the EMT's patient interaction, either written or electronic.
This becomes part of the patient's permanent medical record.
Duplex The ability to transmit and receive simultaneously.
Ethnocentrism When a person considers his or her own cultural values as more important when
interacting with people of a different culture.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) The federal agency that has jurisdiction over interstate and international telephone
and telegraph services and satellite communications, all of which may involve EMS
activity.
Interoperable communications system A communication system that uses voice-over-Internet-protocol (VoIP) technology to
allow multiple agencies to communicate and transmit data.
Mobile data terminal (MDT) A small computer terminal inside the ambulance that directly receives data from the
dispatch center.
Multiplex The ability to transmit audio and data signals through the use of more than one
communications channel.
Communications and
Documentation 2026 |
Study Guide, Practice
Questions, Answers,
Rationales & Exam Review
Updated Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep and Comprehensive
Rationales
Included
, Base station Radio hardware containing a transmitter and receiver that is located in a fixed
location
Mobile radio Vehicle-mounted device that operates at a lower frequency than a base station
Closed-ended questions Questions that can be answered in short or single word responses.
Communication The transmisson of information to another person-verbally or through body
language
Cultural imposition When one person imposes his or her beliefs, values, and practices on another
because he or she believe his or her ideals are superior
Documentation The recorded portion of the EMT's patient interaction, either written or electronic.
This becomes part of the patient's permanent medical record.
Duplex The ability to transmit and receive simultaneously.
Ethnocentrism When a person considers his or her own cultural values as more important when
interacting with people of a different culture.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) The federal agency that has jurisdiction over interstate and international telephone
and telegraph services and satellite communications, all of which may involve EMS
activity.
Interoperable communications system A communication system that uses voice-over-Internet-protocol (VoIP) technology to
allow multiple agencies to communicate and transmit data.
Mobile data terminal (MDT) A small computer terminal inside the ambulance that directly receives data from the
dispatch center.
Multiplex The ability to transmit audio and data signals through the use of more than one
communications channel.
