LA County EMT Scope of Practice Exam | Questions & 100% Correct Answers (Verified) | Latest Update | Grade A+
Who must approve the local scope of practice by EMS agencies? : State EMS authority Who determines the Local EMT Scope of Practice? : LA County EMS Agency *Medical Director* Give the reason for the development of the LA County Scope of Practice? : -Address the special needs of patients prior to arrival of ALS unit and during interfacility transport -Expedite the care of patients in acute distress What are the requirements that must be met by EMTs to be able to function within the LA county EMT scope of practice? : -Currently certified as an EMT in CA and working in LA County -- Certification in CA 2 | P a g e -Trained and tested in the knowledge and performance of procedures and skills included in the local scope of practice What is meant by "the most appropriate receiving facility that meets the needs of the patient"? : Health care facility that is *staffed, equipped,* and *prepared* to administer emergency and/or definitive care appropriate for the needs of the patient The facilities that EMTs should consider are: -Most Accessible Receiving (MAR) -Closest Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) -Closest Perinatal Center (newborn; difficult pregnancy) -Closest Trauma Cente
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