An ambulance and a fire engine are responding to a motor-vehicle crash when both emergency vehicles approach a red light. After the fire engine clears the intersection and proceeds, the operator of the ambulance should:
A) turn off all lights and sirens and wait for the red light to turn green.
B) come to a complete stop and then proceed after looking in all directions.
C) remain close behind the fire engine to ensure visibility of both vehicles.
D) use a different siren tone while entering the intersection at a slow speed.
Answer: B) come to a complete stop and then proceed after looking in all directions.
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A) The EMT administers oxygen because the patient is having chest pain and appears short of breath. B) The patient agrees to oxygen therapy after being told it may help decrease his chest pain but may dry his nose, causing discomfort. C) The EMT tells the patient that he will need oxygen because he is having chest pain, which could be a sign of a heart attack. D) The patient is given oxygen because he is having chest pain and was the one who placed the 911 call for help.
You are working at a multiple-casualty incident (MCI) involving the use of an incendiary device that was thrown into a large group of people. The victims could be expected to have:
A) contamination from biological agents. B) fractures from the initial explosion. C) burn injuries. D) possible radiation exposure.
Which of the following pieces of equipment do OEC Technicians use most to move, lift, and carry a patient?
a. Long spine board (LSB) b. Orthopedic stretcher c. Portable stretcher d. Basket stretcher
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