LIABILITY CHAPTER 2: FIRST AID
QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE
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,EMS System (Emergency Medical Services System) - Correct Answer: A network of trained professionals
linked to provide advanced out-of-hospital care for victims of sudden traumatic injuries or illness.
USDOT - Correct Answer: Sets the standard for the EMS System, even though each state regulates its
own EMS.
Paramedics & Emergency Medical Technicians(EMT) - Correct Answer: Examples of advanced,
specialized responders who can provide more comprehensive care than criminal justice officers.
Criminal Justice First Aid Provider Levels of Training - Correct Answer: Airway Care
Patient Assessment
CPR
Bleeding Control
Stabilization of Injuries to the Spine and Extremities
Care for Medical and Trauma Emergencies
Use of Limited Amount of Equipment
Assistance to other EMS Providers
CANNOT Administer Medications
EMS Levels of Training: First Responder - Correct Answer: Airway Care with use of Adjunctive
Equipment
Patient Assessment
CPR
Bleeding Control
Stabilization of Injuries to the Spine and Extremities
Care for Medical and Trauma Emergencies
Use of Limited Amount of Equipment
Assistance to other EMS Providers
Other Skills or Procedures as Local or State Regulations Permit
, EMS Levels of Training: EMT - Basic - Correct Answer: Perform all Techniques of a First Aid Provider and
a First Responder
Perform Complex Immobilization Procedures
Restrains Patients
Staffs and Drives Ambulance
EMS Levels of Training: EMT - Paramedic - Correct Answer: Perform all Functions of First Responder and
EMT - Basic
Administers Medications
Performs Advanced Techniques, including Cardiac Monitoring
CJ First Aid Provider Responsibilities - Correct Answer: Protect the Safety of YOU, the Patient, and
Bystanders
Gain Access to the Patient
Determine Life-Threatening Emergencies (ABCs)
Maintain Composure
Keep your Appearance Neat, Clean & Professional
Maintain a Caring Attitude
Alert EMS
Provide Care Based on Your Assessment
Assist EMS Personnel
Keep Your Skills Current
Participate in Record Keeping
Act as a Liaison with other Public Safety Personnel
ABCs - Correct Answer: Airway, Breathing & Circulation
Ethical Responsibilities - Correct Answer: Make the patient's physical and emotional needs a priority.
Respect their needs without regard to nationality, race, gender or age.
Practice your skills.