210 Final Study Guide EMT JBL Questions With Complete Solutions

What role does EMS research play in EMS? correct answer: -Field research gathered from prehospital care that provides future guidance on best practices of EMS and provide public education to prevent emergencies. Explain how the EMS system functions in the following regarding standard of practice/protocols/Scope of Practice: 1) National level 2) State level 3) County level (service area) correct answer: -National: National EMS Scope of Practice Model - overarching guidelines of minimum required skills. -State: States issue licensure and have specific additional requirements in skills for their EMRs. -Local: Provide daily oversight and support of personnel, additional specific protocols. Describe in detail how medical direction functions in the field correct answer: -Medical director: physician that authorizes medical care in field/drives and institutes specific protocols -Medical Control: online (direct), offline (written, standing orders, approved training) List and define all professional attributes of EMTs correct answer: -integrity (consistent honest behavior) -empathy (aware of needs of others) -self motivation (able to solve problems w/out motivation) -appearance and hygiene (projects trust, professionalism, compassion) -self-confidence (Know what you know, but ask for help if not) -time management (perform/delegate tasks for efficiency) -communications -teamwork/diplomacy -respect -patient advocacy (needs of patient) -careful delivery of care (attention to detail) Explain HIPAA and how it is utilized in the medical field correct answer: -Health Insurance Portability and