APCO EMD Certification Exam Questions and Answers(GRADEDA+)V

The objective of EMD is _________, and NOT __________. -ANSWER - - Understanding the role of EMD obtaining information through vital points questions and giving appropriate pre-arrival instructions. - Give training in the use of handling center equipment. What does EMD stand for? -ANSWER - Emergency Medical Dispatch What is a prerequisite for EMD class? -ANSWER - Must have a current CPR certification. EMD was designed to provide enough material to ensure you are able to: -ANSWER - - State & identify the roles & responsibilities of an EMD. - Obtain sufficient & accurate information from callers to dispatch resources properly & efficiently. - Give appropriate pre-arrival instructions to callers as locally approved medical interrogation guidecards indicate. *NOTE: Do NOT diagnose medical/traumatic issues for responders* What are responsibilities of an EMD? -ANSWER - - Vitally important role in the EMS system. - Coordinating & dispatching appropriate resources. What are characteristics of a successful EMD? -ANSWER - - Maintains confidentiality - Helpful, compassionate & polite (not anxious) Fire personnel often are part of the __________ EMS system because they have received specialized medical training. -ANSWER - local What is resource allocation? -ANSWER - One of the most important functions of an EMD. What does "hot" mean in reference to response mode? -ANSWER - "going lights and sirens" 1. "BLS Cold" 2. "BLS Hot" 3. "ALS Hot" 4. "FULL Response" -ANSWER - 1. Resource w/ basic life support capability dispatched & told to respond in a NORMAL response mode. 2. Resource w/ basic life support capability dispatched & told to respond in an EMERGENCY response mode.