Loyola EMS System Entry Study
Guide
Patient needing restraint must be restrained in what position - Semi Fowlers
Any patient under what age is considered a minor? What can they not do? - 18, they
cannot consent for themselves unless child abuse is suspected
What is an emancipated minor? - Patient between the ages of 16-18 that have
demonstrated ability and capacity to manage own affairs and live independently of
parents or guardians.
When can a minor consent for themself or their child? - When they are pregnant married
or have a living child.
When can a parent not refuse treatment of child? - Parents may not withhold consent for
life saving treatment
When suspicion of abuse or neglect exist
Life or limb threatening limb or injury
Incompetent adult guardian
Uninjured children in school bus MVC can be released in the field to.... - Parent or
qualified school official
Who may not be released in the field in the event of school bus MVC? - Special needs
children
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Any physician or nurse on scene must provide what? - Medical license and state issues
ID
Where should any possible stroke patient be transported to? - Nearest stroke center
What must be left at hospital before leaving? - PCR
What does the Illinois abandoned newborn infant act say? - Personnel must accept and
provide all necessary care to an infant 30 says old or younger
When should nearly expired drugs be exchanged? - At least 60 days prior to expiration
Loyola EMS requires how much system approved CE? - 120 hours
How many hours will be awarded for make up quizzes? - 1.5 hours
In the event of an exposure what do you do? - Complete Loyola EMS communicable
disease exposure form which is part of the exposure carepak
Personnel may be suspended for many reasons including... - Unauthorized use or removal
of narcotics drugs or supplies
What should be communicated at beginning of radio report? - Closest and desired
hospitals along with ETAs
What should be obtained and relayed for any patient with altered mental status? - Blood
glucose
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