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EMR Section 1 Review
Chapter 1-6 Review
Term | Definition |
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Chapter One | Pg. 4-16 |
EMR | Emergency Medical Responder |
EMS | Emergency Medical Services System |
Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP | Location where emergency calls are answered |
Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMDs) | Person who is trained to answer and prioritize emergency calls |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Minimum training level to staff an ambulance |
Advanced EMT (AEMT) | Level of advanced training to start IVs and intubate |
Paramedic | Highest level of nationally recognized training |
Community Paramedic | Paramedic who cares people in their home |
Tiered Response | System where EMTs and Paramedics respond separately |
Trauma Center | Hospital specializing in trauma care (major bleeding) |
Pediatric Center | Hospital specializing in pediatric care (for children who are ill or injured |