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Chapter 1 Vocab
EMS Systems
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ALS | Advanced procedures, such as drug administration |
| BLS | Basic lifesaving interventions, such as CPR |
| EMT | EMS professional trained in BLS intervention |
| AEMT | EMS professional trained in some ALS interventions |
| Paramedic | EMS professional trained in ALS interventions |
| Medical control | Physician instruction to EMS team |
| CQI | A system of internal reviews and audits |
| EMS | A system to provide prehospital care to the sick and injured |
| Continuing education | A required amount of training to maintain skills |
| Quality control | Responsibility of the medical director to ensure that appropriate care is delivered by an EMT |
| Primary service center | Designated area in which the EMS service id responsible for providing prehospital care |
| Medical director | The physician who authorizes the EMT to perform in the field |
| Americans with Disabilities Act | Protects disabled individuals from discrimination |