B. informing the dispatcher of your arrival. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of public safety telecommunicators with similar occupations. Learn more about public safety telecommunicators by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations. endstream endobj startxref The percent change of employment for each occupation from 2021 to 2031. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: 1 an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. D. the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. D. slow down and allow the driver to pass you. How would you ensure the proper control of traffic around this scene? A portable oxygen cylinder should have a capacity of a minimum of ______ of oxygen. %%EOF All state projections data are available at www.projectionscentral.com. One factor that influences patient care and safety is the ability of the EMS provider operating the ambulance to quickly but safely maneuver to the site of the medical emergency and subsequently transport the patient(s) to the hospital. D. an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. You respond to a multiple-vehicle collision. A. turn off your lights and carefully follow the police officer to the scene. One factor that influences patient care and safety is the ability of the EMS provider operating the ambulance to quickly but safely maneuver to the site of the medical emergency and subsequently transport the patient (s) to the hospital. safest place to park your ambulance is in a direction that is facing oncoming traffic. Shortly after departing the hospital, dispatch advises you of another call. D. completing a detailed written report. Brainscape helps you realize your greatest personal and professional ambitions through strong habits and hyper-efficient studying. A. D. follow the police officer in emergency mode until you get near the scene. Public safety telecommunicators held about 99,500 jobs in 2021. D. at least one EMT. While en route to the hospital, you should: Which of the following statements regarding the power lift is correct? A. cleaning. D. 150 and 200 mph. WebThorough knowledge of the following, EXCEPT: Regularly using the siren as as. Typically medivac helicopters fly between: You quickly look down all four roads leading to the scene and note that they are deserted as far as you can see. Immediately upon arriving at the scene of an emergency call involving a traumatic injury, you should notify the dispatcher of your arrival and then: D. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. b. place a flare near the crash 2 ensure that she is in a safe area, away from the scene. How to Become a Public Safety Telecommunicator, Material recording, scheduling, dispatching, and distributing workers, Employment projections data for public safety telecommunicators, 2021-31, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections, Top Picks, One Screen, Multi-Screen, and Maps, Industry Finder from the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: A. the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. A medical transport helicopter is incoming and you are responsible for setting up the landing zone (LZ). With proper technique, you and your partner should be able to safely lift a patient who weighs up to ______ lb. What should you do to properly position patient if you do not have a CPR board? A nearby police officer radios you and tells you that he knows how to get to the scene. C. as directed by the EMS system's medical director. When you arrive at the designated landing zone, you should: Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any Select one: D. transferring the patient to the ambulance. Which of the following is not a general guidelines for safe ambulance driving: 1 avoiding one-way streets whenever possible. 32. C. realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. The six-pointed Star of Life emblem identifies vehicles that: D. a patient has a time-dependent injury or illness and traffic conditions would cause a significant delay in definitive care. Many states and localities require public safety telecommunicators to be certified. B. disregard all traffic control signals. hbbd``b`Z$ $@`2WXY V)R|WHpE I qH+@ l& Phases of an ambulance call include all of the following activities, EXCEPT: B. transport of the patient to the hospital. When driving an ambulance on a multilane highway in emergency mode, you should: 34. D. The EMTs are transporting a critical pediatric patient through traffic. There are no injuries of which you are aware. The call is dispatched as an unresponsive patient with CPR in progress. C. 1 hour. D. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: Select one: A. realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. While using lights and siren, most state laws permit an ambulance to: carefully exceed the posted speed limit. If the patient is stable, you may use the warning lights without the siren. B. ask the dispatcher to call the residence and obtain driving directions. A. realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. Click here forTrain-the-Trainer information. WebThorough knowledge of the following, EXCEPT: Regularly using the siren as as. Upon arriving at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you find a single patient still seated in his car. %PDF-1.5 % C. emergency childbirth kit WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: Select one: A. realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. 4 allow her to talk to her husband during the extrication. Decision-making skills. D. survey the area for power lines or other hazards. A. a patient has been in cardiac arrest for more than 15 minutes and has not responded to CPR and defibrillation. B. The employment, or size, of this occupation in 2021, which is the base year of the 2021-31 employment projections. C. place deceleration straps over the patient's shoulders. 3 hours. F Failure to understand the enviroment or underestimating it. Upon arriving at the scene of a major motor vehicle crash at night, you find that the. B. meet federal specifications as licensed or certified ambulances. Some agencies have their own training programs for public safety telecommunicators; others use training from separate associations. Webthe Ambulance OperatorEMT classification in that the - performs more advanced former medical care and may provide direction to the Ambulance Operator -EMT. 2 undertrained to correctly utilize equipment. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers When a helicopter must land on a grade (uneven ground), you should: approach the aircraft from the downhill side When working at the scene of a motor vehicle crash at night, you should NOT use: road flares F Failure to understand the enviroment or underestimating it. 120 0 obj <>stream You should: 1 ask her follow-up questions about the crash. B. approach the aircraft from the uphill side. Your unit has been dispatched to stand by at the scene of a structure fire. D. the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. They also must select and clear a radio channel to establish a stable connection with the appropriate first-responder agency, such as the police or fire department. D. slowly and carefully pass the bus on the left side. B. generally exceed the posted speed limit by 10 to 20 mph. While using lights and siren, most state laws permit an ambulance to: carefully exceed the posted speed limit. Public safety telecommunicators may choose to pursue additional certifications, such as the National Emergency Number Associations Emergency Number Professional (ENP) certification or APCOs Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL) certification, which demonstrate their leadership skills and knowledge. After assessing your patient, you determine that his condition is stable. C. keeping a safe distance between your ambulance and the vehicles in front of you and remaining aware of vehicles potentially hiding in your mirrors' blind spots. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: A. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. Hydroplaning of the ambulance on wet roads would MOST likely occur at speeds of greater than _____ mph. You and your partner are reviewing dispatch information en route to the scene. The EMTs are unfamiliar with the location, but the police officer knows the area. C. quickly proceed to the call and clean and restock the ambulance afterwards. Select one: 107 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<100006FD11456648ADF1D7916BC1A9E9><59FD17517DD2734EB6AE8BE8B7A83475>]/Index[91 30]/Info 90 0 R/Length 84/Prev 89895/Root 92 0 R/Size 121/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream B. the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. D. Devices for restraining a patient. C. is often necessary if the patient is critical. The process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface or equipment is called: D. contain anything that you might need during the first 5 minutes of patient care. C. proceed through red lights without stopping. At other times, telecommunicators may advise callers on how to remain safe while waiting for assistance. Public safety telecommunicators, including 911 operators and fire dispatchers, answer emergency and nonemergency calls and provide resources to assist those in need. CareerOneStop includes hundreds of occupational profiles with data available by state and metro area. When approaching a helicopter, whether the rotor blades are moving or not, you should: A. carefully approach the aircraft from the rear unless a crew member instructs you to do otherwise. Typically medivac helicopters fly between: If hydroplaning of the ambulance occurs, the driver should: A. slowly move the steering wheel back and forth. Select one: a. ask the driver to exit the vehicle B. an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. c. 3 c. quickly gain access to the patient An organism called a plasmodial slime mold is one large cytoplasmic mass with many nuclei. Empathy. Upon arriving at the scene, you should: 1 ask the incident commander where the ambulance should be staged. A. stethoscope and penlight D. proceed to the call, functioning only as an emergency medical responder. However, the period may vary by agency, as there is no national standard governing training or probation. Public safety telecommunicators learn how to use equipment such as computer-aided dispatch systems, which consist of several monitors that may display call information, maps, and video. As you approach the vehicle, you note that the patient is semiconscious and has a large laceration to his forehead. B. the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. Select one: ASSIGNING TASKS TO EACH MEMBER OF THE RESPONE TEAM, OBTAINING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM THE DISPATCHER, APPRISING THE MEDICAL D. automated external defibrillator (AED). WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: D. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. 2 If the patient is stable, you may use the warning lights without the siren. D. Remember that the main rotor blade is flexible and can dip as low as 5' or 6' from the ground, C. Never duck under the body or the tail boom because the pilot cannot see you in these areas. 4 converse with the patient and provide reassurance. 3 the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. B. turn your emergency lights off and obey all traffic laws. D. drive in the center lane of the highway. B. disregard all traffic control signals. They may be required to work shifts that are outside standard business hours, such as evenings, weekends, and holidays. Disinfection is MOST accurately defined as: 2 It is the safest and most powerful method of lifting a patient. Training programs typically involve an instructional course and may include on-the-job demonstrations. Listening skills. Select one: a. prevent curious onlookers from observing the scene After driving with lights and sirens for nearly 20 minutes to reach the scene, you arrive at the intersection at the east end of the county. When you arrive at the designated landing zone, you should: When parking your ambulance at the scene of a motor vehicle crash, you should position the ambulance: Portable and mounted suction units must be powerful enough to generate a vacuum of at least ____ mm Hg when the tubing is clamped. You have just delivered a major trauma patient to the hospital. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: A. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. The Work Environment tab includes the number of jobs held in the occupation and describes the workplace, the level of physical activity expected, and typical hours worked. D. survey the area for power lines or other hazards. In contrast to simple access, complex access: 1 involves forcible entry into a vehicle. These computer systems screen calls to identify the delivery method, such as phone, text, or video. When can you withdraw heat from a substance without lowering its temperature? If you properly assess and stabilize a patient at the scene, driving to the hospital with excessive speed: 1 increases the patients chance for survival. This tab may also describe opportunities for part-time work, the amount and type of travel required, any safety equipment that is used, and the risk of injury that workers may face. The site is secure. D. are staffed by a minimum of one certified advanced EMT (AEMT). B. will decrease the driver's reaction time. Full completely off the road and leave your red emergency lights flashing, C. Put out flares in a pattern that leads other vehicles around the involved vehicles, D. Because the roads were deserted when you arrived, it is not a priority. In addition, states may produce projections for areas; there are links to each states websites where these data may be retrieved. at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/office-and-administrative-support/police-fire-and-ambulance-dispatchers.htm (visited February 14, 2023). 3 Warning lights and siren should be avoided, even if the patient is unstable. The six-pointed Star of Life emblem identifies vehicles that: A. are staffed by a minimum of one certified advanced EMT (AEMT). D. stethoscope and penlight. D. routinely elevate the head of the backboard 12. When driving with lights and siren, you are _____ that drivers yield the right-of-way. Within every occupation, earnings vary by experience, responsibility, performance, tenure, and geographic area. The Similar Occupations tab describes occupations that share similar duties, skills, interests, education, or training with the occupation covered in the profile. B. a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers. 4 remain with the ambulance and wait for fire personnel to bring the victim to you. B. an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. A. have complied with state regulations for ambulance certification. Characteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. B. stop and wait until the warning lights stop flashing. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: 1 an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. I Inadequate rescue skills. Select one: B. have your partner quickly clean the ambulance as you proceed to the call. D. increases the patient's chance for survival. Employment of public safety telecommunicators is projected to grow 4 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. The Job Outlook tab describes the factors that affect employment growth or decline in the occupation, and in some instances, describes the relationship between the number of job seekers and the number of job openings. Public safety telecommunicators work with law enforcement, emergency response teams, and civilians. Webthe Ambulance OperatorEMT classification in that the - performs more advanced former medical care and may provide direction to the Ambulance Operator -EMT. Crashes during emergency and non-emergency operation and gas field operator with shell Canada for four years years! D. killing pathogenic agents with a chemical made for that purpose. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: 1 an offensive attitude about driving during an emergency call. As you approach an intersection that is highly congested, you should: A. C. killing pathogenic agents with a chemical made for that purpose. Video transcript available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFB5YEzQUfI. For most profiles, this tab has a table with wages in the major industries employing the occupation. Aggressive ambulance driving may have a negative effect on other motorists because: 1 it may not allow for their reaction time to respond to your vehicle. A. facilitate defibrillation within 5 minutes after making patient contact. One certification is the Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification, which enables dispatchers to give medical assistance over the phone. Vehicle that is used for treating and transporting patients who need emergency medical care to a hospital, Vehicles that respond initially to the scene with personnel and equipment to treat the sick and injured until an ambulance can arrive, Fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters that have been modified for medical care; used to evacuate and transport patients with life-threatening injuries to treatment facilities, A process, such as heating, that removes microbial contamination. 2 realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. a. A. When being tailgated by another vehicle while responding to an emergency call, you should: A. slow down and allow the driver to pass you. D. realizing that lights and siren will be effective traffic tools. Provides advanced medical care and treatment to persons in life threatening medical operator training, and improper safety restraint use have been noted as contributing factors.1 The occupational fatality rate from ambulance crashes is four times the U.S. average when compared to other occupations.3 Emergency medical personnel are at a higher crash risk than other first If it is necessary to use the siren, you should tell the patient beforehand. After notifying the hazardous materials team, you should: WebThorough knowledge of the following, EXCEPT: Regularly using the siren as as. The median annual wage for public safety telecommunicators was $46,670 in May 2021. WebCharacteristics of a safe ambulance operator include: a positive attitude about the ability to tolerate other drivers When a helicopter must land on a grade (uneven ground), you should: approach the aircraft from the downhill side When working at the scene of a motor vehicle crash at night, you should NOT use: road flares use a short or long board rolled up towel to raise shoulders. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire. D. avoiding routes with heavy traffic congestion. These estimates are available for the nation as a whole, for individual states, and for metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. 3 the ability to operate an ambulance at a high rate of speed. Public safety telecommunicators use computers to log important facts, such as the nature of the incident and the callers name. D. carefully exceed the posted speed limit. Ability to multitask. C. proceed through red lights without stopping. While using lights and siren, most state laws permit an ambulance to: carefully exceed the posted speed limit. or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. EMT Basic - NREMT Emergency Care & Transportation of the Sick & Injured. In May 2021, the median annual wages for public safety telecommunicators in the top industries in which they worked were as follows: Percent change in employment, projected 2021-31, Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy.Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program. An official website of the United States government. b. Public safety telecommunicators typically need a high school diploma to enter the occupation. 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