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EMT Practice Test

Category - EMT-Basic

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You are called to scene where the patient has been the victim of a violent act, When should you enter the scene?
  1. Immediately, so you can render care
  2. After law enforcement takes control of the scene
  3. As soon as a family member of the victim says it is okay to enter the scene
  4. EMTs do not respond to scenes of violence
Explanation
Answer: B - Scene security is paramount not only for the safety of the patient but for EMTs as well. If the scene is not secure you are putting yourself, coworkers, and the patient at risk. Therefore before aiding a victim of violence, make sure that the scene is under the control of law enforcement before you enter.
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