, A protocol that is a written document signed by the EMS system's medical director that
outlines specific directions, permissions, and sometimes prohibitions regarding patient
care that is rendered prior to contacting medical control. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Standing order
If a paramedic transports a patient without the patient's consent or uses restraints in a
wrongful manner - CORRECT ANSWERS-False Imprisonment
A treatment plan developed for a specific illness or injury. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Protocol
If you must deviate from your protocols because of unusual circumstances, you should
FIRST: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Notify Medical Control
HIPPA mandates that: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Patient information shall not be shared
with entities or persons not involved in the care of the patient.
HIPPA Defined: - CORRECT ANSWERS-a. The first standards established to protect
the confidentiality of a patient's health information.
b. Medical information can be disclosed only if it is necessary for a patient's treatment or
for payment.
c. Special situations such as dog bites, gunshot wounds, and abuse require the release
of patient information without the patient's consent.
According to HIPAA, it is acceptable and permissible for hospitals to: - CORRECT
ANSWERS-share information with the EMS providers about patient outcome for
purposes of quality assurance and education.
Wheezing that is resolved with administration of bronchodilator medication was
probably caused by? - CORRECT ANSWERS-constriction of smooth muscles
Wheezing is resolved with medications that? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Relax the smooth
muscle of the bronchiole
Difficulty with exhalation is MOST characteristic of: - CORRECT ANSWERS-obstructive
lung disease
COPD: Emphysema: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Characterized by distention of the alveoli
and destructive changes in the lungs.
COPD: Chronic Bronchitis: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Defined as sputum production
most days of month for 3 or more months out of year for more than 2 years. Will rarely
have normal oxygen saturation; (maybe less than 90%). May have another condition,
including respiratory conditions
outlines specific directions, permissions, and sometimes prohibitions regarding patient
care that is rendered prior to contacting medical control. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Standing order
If a paramedic transports a patient without the patient's consent or uses restraints in a
wrongful manner - CORRECT ANSWERS-False Imprisonment
A treatment plan developed for a specific illness or injury. - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Protocol
If you must deviate from your protocols because of unusual circumstances, you should
FIRST: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Notify Medical Control
HIPPA mandates that: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Patient information shall not be shared
with entities or persons not involved in the care of the patient.
HIPPA Defined: - CORRECT ANSWERS-a. The first standards established to protect
the confidentiality of a patient's health information.
b. Medical information can be disclosed only if it is necessary for a patient's treatment or
for payment.
c. Special situations such as dog bites, gunshot wounds, and abuse require the release
of patient information without the patient's consent.
According to HIPAA, it is acceptable and permissible for hospitals to: - CORRECT
ANSWERS-share information with the EMS providers about patient outcome for
purposes of quality assurance and education.
Wheezing that is resolved with administration of bronchodilator medication was
probably caused by? - CORRECT ANSWERS-constriction of smooth muscles
Wheezing is resolved with medications that? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Relax the smooth
muscle of the bronchiole
Difficulty with exhalation is MOST characteristic of: - CORRECT ANSWERS-obstructive
lung disease
COPD: Emphysema: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Characterized by distention of the alveoli
and destructive changes in the lungs.
COPD: Chronic Bronchitis: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Defined as sputum production
most days of month for 3 or more months out of year for more than 2 years. Will rarely
have normal oxygen saturation; (maybe less than 90%). May have another condition,
including respiratory conditions
