In this chapter, you will learn: Explain what a drug is, identify the four types of drug names, explain the meaning of drug terms that are necessary to interpret information in drug references safely, outline drug standards and legislation and the enforcement agencies pertinent to the paramedic profession. | 9/10/2012 1 Chapter 16 Scene Size‐Up 2 Learning Objectives • Describe the purpose of scene size‐up. • Outline components of scene size‐up. • Recognize factors that may contribute to an unsafe scene. • Describe scene evaluation techniques. 3 Copyright © 2013 by Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, an Ascend Learning Company 1 9/10/2012 Learning Objectives • Identify steps in scene management. • Outline measures to lower risks associated with illness or injury on an unsafe scene. • Identify additional resources that may be needed to manage multiple patient incidents. 4 Scene Size‐Up • Quick assessment of an emergency scene • Used to determine what resources are needed to safely manage the event • Continuous evaluation of scene • Begins when a call is received 5 Scene Size‐Up • Requires quickly gathering facts about situation, analyzing problems and potential problems, determining appropriate response • Receiving a call – Obtain as much information from dispatcher as possible 6 Copyright © 2013 by Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC, an Ascend Learning Company 2 9/10/2012 Scene Size‐Up • Receiving a call – Information that helps • Exact location • Type of occupancy (., manufacturing, roadway, residence) • Number of patients • Type of situation (., medical, trauma, vehicle collision) • Hazards on the scene • Unique issues (., key boxes, known medical or access problems, etc.) 7 Scene Size‐Up • Regular updates from dispatch help determine need for additional resources – Additional ambulances – Fire‐rescue services – Mutual aid – Utility services – Law enforcement – Air medical services – Hazmat teams 8 Scene Safety • Environmental hazards – Unique aspect of prehospital care – Hot weather conditions can expose patient to thermal injury • Example: thermal burns from placing patient on spine board left uncovered on hot asphalt • .
