Which of the following actions will provide the BEST personal protection when caring for a patient on uneven terrain?
A) Wearing a back brace whenever you lift
B) Wearing boots that provide good traction
C) Using at least four personnel when moving a patient
D) Making lifts and moves as controlled as possible
Ans: D) Making lifts and moves as controlled as possible
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Fire departments may be requested to respond to a scene and begin care until EMS personnel arrive because fire department personnel:
A. can provide law-enforcement capabilities. B. may have down-time and need to log calls. C. often are better-qualified than EMS in many jurisdictions. D. often are able to respond faster than EMS in many jurisdictions.
Why should an anesthesia provider see a patient for a preoperative assessment?
a. To select an appropriate anesthetic for the procedure b. To allow the provider to charge for an official consultation before the case c. To decide whether the provider wants to work on the patient during the procedure d. To determine whether the provider likes the patient before working with him or her