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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

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Which of the following are hazards of a “meth lab” or any place where illicit substances are suspected to be manufactured?
  1. Be on the lookout for booby traps and out of place objects and do little to disturb the scene.
  2. There may be toxic fumes and volatile chemicals.
  3. If the scene is a confirmed meth lab, it is appropriate for patients to be decontaminated at the perimeter of the scene and they may be delivered to you in a “bunny suit.”
  4. All of the above.
Explanation
Answer: D - All of the above. Drug makers have been known to sabotage the scene so that entrance triggers explosions or fire. Even without sabotage, there are significant risks of exposure to volatile chemicals, so minimizing your scene time is wise. Decontamination of the patients may be necessary, and there may be a specialized team used to secure the scene and bring your patients to you.
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