The disaster medical assistance team works quickly to contain contaminants from a chemical plant explosion. Afterward, personnel undergo a special process to remove harmful chemicals from equipment and supplies. This removal process is known as:
a. containment.
b. decontamination.
c. triage.
d. scene assessment.
ANS: B
Correct: Decontamination is the physical process of removing harmful substances from personnel, equipment, and supplies.
Incorrect:
a. Containment is limiting the emergency situation within a well-defined area.
c. Triage is the process of prioritizing the order in which patients are treated.
d. Scene assessment is the review of the location of an event to search of information to guide treatment options.
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