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1
Q

The removal of a patient from a dangerous situation or position, such as removal from a wrecked vehicle, is known as:

A

extrication

2
Q

The role of the EMT in the phases of an extrication operation is:

A

similar to the phases of the ambulance call.

3
Q

What equipment for personal safety at an extrication scene is required for the EMT?

A

the equipment necessary will depend on the situation

4
Q

The primary role of the EMT is to provide emergency care and prevent further injury to the patient. At the extrication scene, it may also include:

A

gaining access and disentanglement

5
Q

What actions are necessary to protect the patient during auto extrication operations?

A

use heavy blankets and backboards as shields

6
Q

Simple access may be described as:

A

entry to the patient without the use of tools or force

7
Q

Using hand powered or hydraulic tools to pull or roll-up the dashboard away from a trapped occupant of a vehicle is called:

A

disentanglement

8
Q

When responding to a victim in a trench, the EMT should:

A

wait for personnel trained in trench rescue to bring the patient to the ambulance.

9
Q

Safety during rescue or extrication begins with:

A

the proper mind-set and protective equipment.

10
Q

The termination phase of the rescue operation involves:

A

returning the emergency units and specialized equipment to service.

11
Q

What is the first priority in rescue?

A

rescuer safety

12
Q

Which of the following is not a reason for rescue failure according to the mnemonic ‘FAILURE”?

  • limited access to the patient
  • inadequate rescue skills
  • lack of teamwork or experience
  • unmastered equipment
A
  • limited access to the patient
13
Q

What is entrapment?

A

To be caught within a closed area with no way out