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Concealment for protection Cover
Examples includes gloves, gowns, and face shields PPE
Regulatory compliance agency OSHA
Delayed stress reaction Posttraumatic stress disorder
The process of alarm, reaction, and recovery General adaptation syndrome
Capable of causing disease in susceptible host Pathogen
The way in which an infectious agent is spread Transmission
Encompasses reporting, documentation, and treatment Postexposure management
Resource detailing common hazards and proper responses. Emergency Response Guidebook
An infection of the liver Hepatitis
Contact with blood, bodily fluids, tissues, or airborne particles Exposure
Procedures to reduce transmission of infection among patients and health care personnel Infection Control
Unwelcome sexual advance Sexual Harassment
The presence of infectious organisms in or on objects or a patient's body Contamination
Trauma From the age of 1 to age 40, is the leading cause of death.
Bargaining The stage of the grieving process where an attempt is made to secure a prize for good behavior or promise to change one's lifestyle is know as
Denial The stage of the grieving process that involves refusal to accept diagnosis or care is known as
Depression The stage of grieving process that involves an expression of grief , internalized anger, hopelessness, and/or the desire to die is:
Acceptance The stage of grieving where the person is ready to die is known as:
"I'm sorry" When providing support for a grieving person, it is okay to say:
When grieving, family members may express: Rage, Anger, and Despair
Is responsible to the anticipation of danger Anxiety
Signs of anxiety include the following EXCEPT: Comfort
Anger, Bad dreams, and Restlessness Fear may be expressed as:
Are safe, do not take anger or insults personally, and are tolerant and do not become defensive. If you find that you are the target of the patient's anger, make sure that you:
When caring for critically ill or injured patients, will be decreased if you can keep the patient informed at the scene Confusion, Anxiety, and feelings of helplessness
When acknowledging the of a child, reactions vary, but is/are common Shock, Disbelief, and Denial
Negative forms of stress include all of the following EXCEPT: Exercise
Stressors include situations or conditions that may cause a variety of physiologic, physical, and psychological responses. Emotional, Physical, and Environmental
Prolonged or excessive stress has been proven to be a strong contributor to: Heart disease, Hypertension, and Cancer
Occur(s) when insignificant stressors accumulate to a larger stress related problem Cumulative stress
Events that trigger critical incident stress include: Mass-casualty incidents, serious injury or traumatic death of a child, and death or serious injury of a coworker in the line of duty
The quickest source of energy is; however, this supply will last less than a day and is Glucose
changing work hours, changing your attitude, and changing partners Stress management strategies include:
Cumulative stress Prolonged or excessive exposure to stress is known as:
Carbohydrates The safest, most reliable sources for long-term energy production are:
Critical incident is any event that causes anxiety and mental stress to emergency workers
Feelings, Fears, and Reactions to an event A CISD meeting is an opportunity to discuss your:
Preincident stress education, defusings, and spouse and family support Components of the CISM system include:
Any unwelcome sexual advance, unwelcome requests for sexual favors, and unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature Sexual harassment is defined as:
enhanced treatment decisions Drug and alcohol use in the workplace can result in all of the following EXCEPT:
as soon as you are dispatched You should begin protecting yourself.
Exposure is/are contact with blood, body fluids, tissues, or airborne droplets by direct or indirect contact
blood or fluid splash, surface contamination, and needle stick exposure Modes of transmission for infectious diseases include
careless handling of sharps The spread of HIV and hepatitis in the health care setting usually be traced to:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is equipment that blocks entry of an organism into the body
MMR vaccine, hepatitis vaccine, and influenza vaccine Recommended immunizations include the:
electricity, vehicle collision, and fire Which of the following is an example of a scene hazard.
1:10 You can use a solution of bleach and water at a dilution to clean the unit
Placards Hazardous materials in vehicles and buildings should be clearly identified using:
poor impulse control, substance abuse, and depression Factors to take into consideration for potential violence include:
False Removing the needle from a syringe is the best way to dispose of it safely
False Gloves, eye protection, and hand-washing are the main components of PPE
True Denial is usually the first step of the grieving process
False Body fluids are generally not considered infectious substance
True Physical conditioning and nutrition are two factors the EMT can control in helping to reduce stress.
well being The personal health, safety and of all EMT's are vital to an EMS operation
emotional stress The struggle to remain calm in the face of horrible circumstances contributes to the of the job
heart disease The number one cause of all deaths today is
hazardous Your safety is the most important consideration at a(n) material incident
concealment Cover and involve the tactical use of an impenetrable barrier for protection
depression Almost all dying patients feel some degree of , because of internalized anger and other factors
minor Most symptoms may be early signs of severe illness or injury.
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