EMS OPS exam 1 review Questions And Answers

your unit is the first to arrive at the scene of a bus crash as you approach the scene, you see multiple patients, some of them lying on the ground not moving and the others walking around in a dazed state. you should? - Answer- remain aware of the potential for hazards in a 4 door vehicle, the B post are located? - Answer- between the front and rear doors as soon as you reach an unresponsive victim who is floating in the water, you should? - Answer- turn the patient supine without manipulating his or her head or neck Level A PPE - Answer- fully encapsules the hazardous materials tech, including his or her self contained breathing apparatus The primary function of the tactical paramedic is to provide: - Answer- care for law enforcement teams who make entry into violent situations While en route to a motor vehicle accident, the dispatcher advises you that law enforcement is at the scene and is reporting that numerous bystanders are suddenly becoming ill. After receiving this information, you should: - Answer- keep a safe distance from the scene and view it with binoculars All of the following are indicators of the potential for violence, EXCEPT: uncontrollable pacing. clenching of the fists. a large body build. the use of profanity. - Answer- a large body build If a cave-in occurs in your response area, you should: - Answer- check with the power company to make sure no power lines are downed. The key to any disaster response is: - Answer- planning When heavy extrication tools are required to force a damaged door open, you should: - Answer- avoid trying to force a door open if the patient is leaning against it. A 7-year-old child was playing near a large pile of sand when the ground underneath him collapsed. You can hear him crying and asking for his mother. Until the technical rescue team arrives at the scene, you should: - Answer- maintain verbal contact with the child, but avoid going near the edge of the trench. You are at the scene of an explosion at an office complex. There are a total of 15 ca