EMT TEST #1 Exam Elaboration (Ch.1-8)

EMT TEST #1 Exam Elaboration (Ch.1-8) Levels of EMS Training *Ans* 1. Emergency Medical Responder 2. Emeregency Medical Technician 3. Advanced Emergency Medical Tech. Quality Improvement *Ans* A process of continuous self-review with the purpose of identifying and correcting aspects of the system that require improvement. Medical Director *Ans* A physician who assumes ultimate responsibility for the patient-care aspects of the EMS system Protocols *Ans* Lists of steps to be taken in different situations. Standing Orders *Ans* A policy or protocol issued by a Med. Director that authorizes EMTs and others to perform particular skills in certain situations. Off-line Medical Direction *Ans* Standing orders issued by the Med. Director that allow EMTs to give certain medications or perform certain procedures without speaking to the Med. Director. On-line Medical Direction *Ans* Orders from the on-duty physician given directly to an EMT in the field by radio or telephone. Designated Agent *Ans* An EMT or other person authorized by a Med. DIrector to give medications and provide emergency care. EMS has a role in what public safety issues? *Ans* Inury prevention (youth and geriatric), Public Vaccination, and Disease Surveillance Evidence-based Research *Ans* Description of medical techniques or practices that are supported by scientific evidence of their safety and efficacy. Prospective v. Retrospective *Ans* Pro - Studies designed to look forward. Retro - Studies that look at events that have occurred in the past. Types of Medical Research *Ans* Case Studies, Cohort, Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs), Systematic Review, Meta-Anal