ch 17 communication and documentation Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What organization regulates radio communications?
A
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
2
Q
What are the 11 things you should include in your medical radio reports?
A
1- Unit identification
2- ETA
3- Patients age and sex
4- Chief complaint
5- Brief Pertinent history
6- Past major illnesses
7- Mental status
8- Baseline vitals
9- Physical exam findings
10- Emergency care given
11- Response to care
3
Q
What should you do in the case of a patient refusal?
A
Heavily encourage the patient to seek further care, document everything thoroughly.
4
Q
What is falsification?
A
Covering up errors.
