midterm Flashcards
what are the roles an responsibilities of an EMr
patient assessment, stabilize patients, access patients, call 911, assist EMT/paramedic
what is a public safety answering point
the dispatch station, the place where people answer 911 calls. has emergency medical dispatchers who connect the victim to the correct responder, answers calls, and assists with patient care
when first responders arrive at a scene, what should be assessed before exiting the vehicle
scene safety
what are the components of quality improvement
continuous evaluation and improvement for patient care, safety, timeliness of response, effectiveness of care, equitable (equal) care
who is responsible for maintaining certifications and licenses
the EMR themselves
what are standard precautions
what type of PPE is necessary for a patient in respiratory isolation
what is the function of B lymphocytes in the immune system
they have antibodies that match with antigens and do clonal expansion to produce memory b cells and plasma b cells. the plasma b cells mass produce antibodies.
what do immunizations do to the immune system
what is the function of the lymphatic system
what PPE would be necessary for suctioning a patient
how should needles be handled in a patient care setting
what are the stages of grief
denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance
what are some ways to deal with stress
exercise, be active, go outside, socializing, therapy, meditation, self care, pet therapy, music, hobbies, rest, healthy eating, drinking water
how would you move a patient with a suspected head or spinal injury
