LA County protocol study guide questions answer key

LA County protocol study guide Which of the following is an acceptable reason for a hospital to divert ALS unit? (503) A. internal disaster B. workers action C. non-operable MRI - CORRECT ANSWER-Internal disaster What is an acceptable reason for a hospital to divert BLS units? (502) - CORRECT ANSWER-BLS units transport to MAR regardless of diversion status with the exception of internal disaster. At what point should a paramedic report abuse of a dependent adult or child? - CORRECT ANSWER-When there is reasonable suspicion that the abuse has occurred. You are transporting a patient with a gunshot wound to the abdomen, your pt goes into cardiac arrest during the transport. What facility would you transport this patient to? (506) - CORRECT ANSWER-Trauma Center What is the most accurate description of a MAR? - CORRECT ANSWER-The facility most appropriate to suite the patients' needs and chief complaint. What must you assess in order to pronounce a death in the field? (814) - CORRECT ANSWER-Assess apical pulse for 60 seconds What is required to function as a paramedic or MICN in La County (1006) - CORRECT ANSWER-Employed with an ap