NJ EMD Exam Questions and Answers (rated A+)

EMD - ANSWER--An Advanced form of dispatch -Requires specific training -Serves as Part of the EMS system EMS - ANSWER--Its a system -Includes all aspects of medical services to the community -Includes call taker through rehab to PT Common Misconceptions of EMD - ANSWER-- Callers are too upset to provide current and useful response to EMD -Dangerous to not go light and sirens -The EMD is too busy to worry about asking questions or giving instruction using guide cards -Medical advice over the phone cant help patients and can be dangerous Responsibilities of EMD - ANSWER--Receive and process calls for EMS assistance -Determine nature and severity of medical call -Coordinate/Dispatch EMS resources -Give assistance via guide cards -Pass information along -Ensure safety of everyone -Give instructions using guide cards - Coordinates with other public safety or agencies Attributes and behaviors of an EMD - ANSWER-- Helpful/compasionate -Handles Stress -Masters skills of EMD -gathers information effectively -Assists responders in locating patients -Determine nature of medical situation without giving a diagnosis -Be Passive -Maintain confidentiality -Shows compassion Phase 1 - ANSWER--Phase 1. Call receiving ---Take calls --- Initial survey (who?what?when?how?who?)