MEDIC UNIT CHAPTER 27

EMS providers are not responsible for ensuring their own personal safety during emergency responses.

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What is the primary goal of incident management?

• Minimize the number of EMS providers at the scene
• Establish a command structure and organize resources
• Delay patient care until additional resources arrive
• Maximize patient transport time

The Incident Command System (ICS) is a standardized management system used to coordinate emergency responses.

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When should EMS providers consider requesting additional resources or assistance?

• Only when the incident is beyond their capabilities and resources
• Only when the incident involves multiple patients
• As soon as they arrive at the scene, regardless of the situation
• Only when requested by the incident commander

Patient care reports (PCRs) are confidential documents that should not be shared with anyone outside the healthcare team.

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What is the purpose of a triage system during a mass casualty incident?

• To assign a priority level to each patient based on their injuries or illness
• To determine the cause of the incident and identify the responsible party
• To separate patients based on their age and gender
• To allocate resources based on the patients' ability to pay

Incident reports should be completed for every emergency response, regardless of the severity of the incident.

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What is the primary role of EMS providers in disaster preparedness?

• Conducting search and rescue operations
• Providing immediate medical care to disaster victims
• Assisting in the development and implementation of disaster response plans
• Evacuating all residents from affected areas

Interoperability refers to the ability of different agencies and organizations to communicate and work together effectively during an emergency response.

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What is the purpose of a debriefing session after an incident?

• To assign blame and responsibility for any mistakes made during the response
• To provide emotional support and counseling for EMS providers
• To discuss and evaluate the effectiveness of the response and identify areas for improvement
• To complete paperwork and documentation related to the incident