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What is the responsibility of a Medical Director?
Protocol Development
Online and Offline Medical Direction
Quality Assurance and Improvement
,Who acts under the authority of a Medical Director?
EMR EMT AEMT Paramedic
All Medical care in a PRE-HOSPITAL setting
What are some roles/responsibilities of an EMT?
Keeping vehicle and equipment ready for use.
Ensure safety for yourself, partners, patients and
bystanders.
Scene Assessments.
Follow HIPPA guidelines.
Resolve emergency incidents.
(More examples: Pg 21, Table 1-5)
What is the difference between online and offline
medical control?
Online Medical Control = Direct communication for
complex or non-standard cases.
Offline Medical Control = Pre-approved protocols that
EMTs follow without direct physician input.
,What is "Standard of Care"?
The level and type of care that a reasonably competent
EMT with similar training would provide in the same or
similar situation
What is "Scope of Practice"?
The Scope of Practice refers to the specific medical
procedures, treatments, and interventions that an EMT is
legally allowed to perform based on their level of
training, certification, and state regulations.
What are standard precautions that can be taken as an
EMT?
PPE
Hand Washing
Proper use of Biohazard bags
Scene Safety
, What is the top priority of a hazmat incident?
Personal Safety
Don't become another victim
What does HIPPA stand for and what did it implement?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
HIPAA protects patient privacy, secures medical data,
and ensures confidentiality in healthcare settings,
including EMS!
What is CISM and what does it do?
Critical Incident Stress Management
CISM is a vital tool for EMS and first responders to
process traumatic events, prevent burnout, and maintain
mental well-being. It's about support, not weakness!