emt quizlet present a complete verbal report to the nurse or physician taking over patient care

by Prof. Domenick Goldner III 8 min read

Chapter 36 - EMT (Transport Operations) Flashcards

17 hours ago "Then follow these steps to transfer the patient to the receiving hospital: 1. Report your arrival to the triage nurse or other arrival personnel. 2. Physically transfer the patient from the stretcher to the bed directed for your patient. 3. Present a complete verbal report at the bedside to the nurse or physician who is taking over the patient ... >> Go To The Portal


What was the EMT supposed to do with the wrong word?

C. The EMT was supposed to circle the incorrect​ word, write the correct word beside​ it, and then initial the change. D. The EMT forgot to initial the mistake after striking out the wrong word and writing in the correct one. The EMT forgot to initial the mistake after striking out the wrong word and writing in the correct one.

Why don't ambulance drivers have EMTs in the patient compartment?

Instead, they cause more deadly accidents, decrease care EMT in patient compartment can provide, decrease cushion of safety, cuts down on driver's reaction time, and increases the time and distance needed to stop the ambulance 1.

What does the emergency department need to know about the patient?

The emergency department needs to know quickly and accurately the​ patient's condition. D. You want to make sure the doctor approves your medical order request. The emergency department needs to know quickly and accurately the​ patient's condition.

What happened to the patient that attacked the EMT?

The medical personnel state that the patient had a psychotic episode and slashed his wrists. During the​ call, the patient claims to hear the voice of God and says that the voice is hurting his ears. The patient refuses to be transported to the emergency​ department, becomes​ combative, and bites one of the EMTs.

Why is it important to give an effective verbal report at the hospital?

a valuable source for research on trends in emergency care. your chance to convey important information about your patient directly to hospital staff.

Why is it important to not give the name of your patient over the ambulance radio when contacting medical control?

It minimizes the chance that you will forget to contact medical control. The portion of the patient care report in which the EMT writes his description of the​ patient's presentation, assessment​ findings, treatment, and transport information is called​ the: A.

What is the typical way to correct an error on an electronic patient care report?

draw a single horizontal line through the error, write correctly beside it, and initial it.erasing or writing over the error could be interpreted as attempts to cover up a mistake or falsify a report.most electronic PCR formats provide a method to amend the report if an error is discovered.

Do you have an urgent transmission you need to make to the dispatch center Which of the following is the appropriate way to communicate this?

You have an urgent transmission you need to make to the dispatch center. Which of the following is the appropriate way to communicate​ this? Listen to the frequency first to avoid stepping on another transmission.

How do I give a patient a report to EMS?

Parts of the EMS radio report to the hospitalUnit's identification and level of service (ALS or BLS)Patient's age and gender.Estimated time of arrival (ETA)Chief complaint and history of present illness.Pertinent scene assessment findings and mechanism of injury (i.e. fall, or motor vehicle accident)More items...•

What is a patient care report in EMS?

The primary purpose of the Patient Care Report (PCR) is to document all care and pertinent patient information as well as serving as a data collection tool. The documentation included on the PCR provides vital information, which is necessary for continued care at the hospital.

How do we correct an EMR error?

A comment field in the amended report may suffice. In general, a narrative entry in the medical record statement indicating that an error has been made, and is being corrected, is the best procedure.

Which of the following is the most appropriate action in order to make a correction when an error has been made in the chart?

Which of the following is the most appropriate action in order to make a correction when an error has been made in the chart? Draw a single line through the error.

How should an entry in a patient's EMR be corrected?

How should an entry in a patient's electronic medical record be corrects? input a note of which section is in error and enter correct data with details of why the correction is necessary and authenticate with electronic signature, date, and time.

Which of the following methods should the EMT use first to attempt to access a patient in a vehicle while awaiting arrival of a rescue crew?

Which of the following methods should the EMT use first to attempt to access a patient in a vehicle while awaiting arrival of a rescue​ crew? Try all of the​ vehicle's doors to see if they will open.

When completing a radio transmission you should?

While completing a radio​ transmission, you should​ periodically: obtain confirmation that your message was received and understood.

Who is responsible for taking a lead role in helping the public learn how do you recognize an emergency and access the EMS system?

The EMS Authority is charged with providing leadership in developing and implementing EMS systems throughout California and setting standards for the training and scope of practice of various levels of EMS personnel.

What should you document when a patient refuses to go by ambulance?

You should document everything including all patient​ care, all of your attempts to persuade the patient to go by​ ambulance, and who witnessed the patient refusal. You should document your patient care and then simply document that the patient was informed of the risks prior to his refusal.

How to make sure the patient can hear you?

Stand near the head of the bed and shout to make sure the patient can hear you.

Why don't you tell a child that a procedure will hurt beforehand?

Do not tell the child that a procedure will hurt beforehand because the child will become terrified.

Do you want to bore the nurse receiving your report?

You do not want to bore the nurse receiving your report.

Can changes in the patient's condition be communicated?

Changes in the​ patient's condition can be communicated.

What does a prehospital care report read?

A prehospital care report​ reads: "GSW to​ LLQ." Based on​ this, you should recognize that the patient sustained​ a (n):

What to do after giving a prehospital care report?

Immediately after giving a prehospital care report to the nurse in the emergency​ department, dispatch informs you that there are no more ambulances available and you must immediately leave the hospital to cover another portion of the county. Since your service uses a computerized documentation system and there is no time to complete your​ report, your best course of action should be​ to:

What is a patient with asthma using?

A patient with asthma is using his inhaler TID and prn. You would recognize​ that:

Why did a 44 year old call 911?

When​ asked, an alert and oriented​ 44-year-old male tells you that he called 911 because​ "my chest is​ hurting." The man is also sweating and feels as if he is going to vomit. He has a history of high blood pressure and states that this pain​ "feels just like my heart attack two years​ ago." His pulse is 88 beats per​ minute, respirations are 18 breaths per​ minute, and blood pressure is​ 156/92 mmHg. On room​ air, he has an oxygen saturation level of 95 percent. Based on this​ information, how would you document his chief complaint on the patient care​ report?

Can an intoxicated patient leave the oxygen mask on?

An intoxicated patient will not leave the oxygen mask on. What would be the most appropriate way to document this behavior on the prehospital care​ report?

Why do you spell the patient's last name?

C. Spell the​ patient's last name to avoid confusion.

Is the patient's culture irrelevant to the EMT?

A. The​ patient's culture is irrelevant to the EMT.

What is the duty of an EMT-B?

Good Samaritan laws. An EMT-B's obligation in certain situations to provide care to a patient is referred to as a: Duty to act. If a jury finds that an EMT-B had a duty to a patient, that he failed to carry out that duty properly, and that his action caused harm to the patient, the EMT-B would be guilty of: Negligence.

What is an EMT paramedic?

A. An EMT--Paramedic givers a verbal report to any emergency nurse.

What is the principle that information about a patient's history, condition, or treatment must not be shared with?

The principle that information about a patients history, condition, or treatment must not be shared with unauthorized parties is called: Confidentiality. If you discover that a critically injured patient is an organ donor, as an EMT-B you should: Notify the nurse/physician at the hospital.

What is the first pulse taken by an EMT-B?

Rapid and thready. The first pulse taken by an EMT-B on patients one year and older is the: Radial pulse. If an EMT-B has trouble finding the radial pulse on a conscious patient, he should first: Try the wrist on the other arm. A rapid pulse, or any pulse over 100 beats per minute, is called: Tachycardia.

Why is it important that EMT-B follow the same path in and out of a crime scene?

It is important that the EMT-B follow the same path in and out of a crime scene in order to: Prevent disturbing the crime scene. The agency that has issued strict guidelines detailing precautions against exposure to bloodborne pathogens is the: OSHA.

What happens during rapid trauma assessment?

During the rapid trauma assessment of a patient with multiple injuries, you expose the chest and find an open wound with blood bubbling from it. What should you do next?

What is EMT B in BLS?

BLS transports are accompanied by an emergency medical technician-basic (EMT-B). The National Highway Administration’s Guide for Interfacility Transfer defines BLS transport patients as “stable with no chance of deterioration.”. Only routine vital signs monitoring is required in transit.

Why is understanding the various levels of transport providers and the reports needed to ensure safe patient care between facilities important?

Understanding the various levels of transport providers and the reports needed to ensure safe patient care between facilities will help nurses and transport teams communicate clearly.

What is an ALS transport?

ALS transports are accompanied by either a paramedic or an advanced EMT (A-EMT). Patients transported with paramedics are considered either “stable with a high risk of deterioration” or “stable with a medium risk of deterioration”; those transported with an A-EMT usually are considered “stable with low risk of deterioration.” Paramedics can generally transport a wider range of medications and perform more definitive treatments. For example, an A-EMT can initiate advanced airways that don’t enter the trachea, initiate and administer nonmedicated crystalloid infusions, administer I.V. dextrose, and perform tracheobronchial suctioning of previously intubated patients. Paramedics, on the other hand, can provide those interventions and also initiate and maintain endotracheal tubes, perform emergent cricothyrotomies, perform gastric decompression, and maintain I.V. medication infusions as approved by their state, regional EMS council, and medical director. Nurses should be familiar with local EMS scopes of practice because some states (such as Pennsylvania) severely limit paramedics’ medications and treatment modalities, while other states (such as Texas) are more liberal.

What should be included in a handoff report for paramedics?

The handoff report to paramedics should include a full nursing report but can omit items such as last bowel movement and ambulatory status, unless they’re relevant to the transport. The handoff report for A-EMTs can omit most abnormal laboratory values, except those that are critically abnormal or pertinent to the patient’s condition. Although the paramedic or A-EMT has limited ability to correct those abnormal laboratory values while en route, special note should be made so that if the patient’s condition changes during transport, the team’s medical director can make decisions based on those values.

What is nursing report?

Nursing reports are the same as for critical care transport teams, with the addition of information specific to the specialty. Handoff reports. Patient transport between healthcare organizations carries a significant amount of risk—risk to the patient and liability risk to the referring facility and transport agency.

How many copies of a report should be provided for transport?

At least two copies of the report should be provided—one for the receiving facility and one for transport team use. The reports should be hard copies unless the transport team and the receiving facility have access to the same documentation platforms as the referring facility. In the event that the patient’s condition changes en route, the team will need its own copy so it can provide informed care and document interventions. Because the team may not be able to contact a provider to determine interventions, the report can help guide care.

What is a medical director?

In many states, the medical director is a specially credentialled physician trained in directing pre- and inter-hospital care of patients, which is provided at four primary levels: basic life support (BLS), advanced life support (ALS), critical care, and specialty care.