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What is the definition of a Paramedic according to the Standards?

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Same as set out in the Ambulance Act (Ontario) and includes an Emergency Medical Attendant

Defined under the Ambulance Act (Ontario) and Regulation 257/00, as may be amended.

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Who is referred to as a Patient in the context of ambulance service?

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An individual for whom a request for ambulance service was made and who a paramedic has made contact with

This includes situations where assessment, patient care, or transport may or may not occur.

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What does the Patient Priority System mean?

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A bypass agreement implemented into an ambulance operator’s deployment plan according to MOH/CACC/ACS policies

It is part of the operational procedures for ambulance services.

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What is a Guideline in the context of the Standards?

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General statements intended to provide information and guidance for working assessments or directing principles of preferred practices

Applicable to specific clinical circumstances where a standard is not feasible.

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What does ACP stand for?

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Advanced Care Paramedic

This designation refers to a level of paramedic training and certification.

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What does ALS PCS refer to?

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Advanced Life Support Patient Care Standards

These standards guide the care provided by advanced life support paramedics.

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What is the role of an ACO?

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Ambulance Communications Officer

An ACO is responsible for managing ambulance dispatch and communication.

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What does CACC stand for?

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Central Ambulance Communications Centre

This center coordinates ambulance services in a specific region.

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What does CANUTEC refer to?

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Canadian Transport Emergency Centre

CANUTEC provides information on hazardous materials during transportation emergencies.

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What does CTAS stand for?

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Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale

CTAS is used to prioritize patient care based on the severity of their condition.

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What is CPR?

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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

CPR is a lifesaving technique used in emergencies when someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped.

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What does CVA stand for?

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Cerebrovascular Accident

CVA is a medical term for a stroke.

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What is the C-spine?

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Cervical Spine

The cervical spine consists of the first seven vertebrae in the neck.

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What does COPD stand for?

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

COPD is a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe.

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What does DNR mean?

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Do Not Resuscitate

A DNR order indicates that a patient does not wish to receive CPR or other resuscitative measures.

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What is EVT?

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Endovascular Therapy

EVT is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat vascular conditions.

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What does ECG stand for?

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Electrocardiogram

An ECG is a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.

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What does ETCO2 refer to?

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End-tidal Carbon Dioxide

ETCO2 is a measurement of the concentration of carbon dioxide in exhaled air.

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What is the GCS?

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Glasgow Coma Scale

The GCS is a scale used to assess a patient’s level of consciousness.

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What does IV stand for?

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Intravenous

IV refers to the administration of fluids or medications directly into a vein.

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What does hr represent?

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Hour

hr is a unit of time commonly used in medical settings.

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What does L stand for in medical terms?

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Liter

L is a unit of volume used to measure liquids.

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What does 100 typically indicate in medical assessments?

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Normal blood pressure reading

A reading of 100 mmHg is often considered a baseline for systolic blood pressure.

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What does 4+ indicate in a medical context?

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Severe edema or swelling

This grading system is used to assess the severity of swelling.

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What does **F10 DI** refer to?
Specific medical code or classification ## Footnote This code may relate to a particular diagnosis or treatment protocol.
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What does **Fe 90** indicate?
Ferritin level of 90 ## Footnote This measurement is used to assess iron stores in the body.
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What does **3** represent in a medical context?
A score or rating ## Footnote This could refer to various assessments, such as pain scale or level of consciousness.
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What does **$** signify in medical documentation?
Cost or billing information ## Footnote This symbol is often used to denote financial aspects of care.
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What does **%** represent in medical terms?
Percentage ## Footnote This is commonly used to express concentrations or proportions in medical assessments.
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What does **5** typically indicate in a medical scoring system?
Maximum score or severity ## Footnote This could relate to various assessments, such as pain or consciousness levels.
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What does **F6 4-** refer to?
Specific medical code or classification ## Footnote This code may relate to a particular diagnosis or treatment protocol.
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What does **&** signify in medical documentation?
And ## Footnote This symbol is often used to connect related terms or concepts.
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What does **7** represent in a medical context?
A score or rating ## Footnote This could refer to various assessments, such as pain scale or level of consciousness.
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What does **8** indicate in a medical scoring system?
High score or severity ## Footnote This could relate to various assessments, such as pain or consciousness levels.
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What does **LVO** stand for in medical terminology?
Large Vessel Occlusion ## Footnote LVO refers to a blockage in one of the major arteries supplying blood to the brain.
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What is the **Los Angeles Motor Scale** used for?
Assessing motor function in patients ## Footnote It helps in evaluating neurological status.
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What is the unit of measurement for **milliequivalent**?
mEq ## Footnote It is used to express the amount of a substance in relation to its chemical activity.
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What does **mL** stand for?
Millilitre ## Footnote A millilitre is a unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a litre.
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What does **mmol** represent?
Millimole ## Footnote It is a unit of measurement for the amount of substance in chemistry.
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What is the **Ministry of Health** responsible for?
Health policy and regulation ## Footnote It oversees public health initiatives and healthcare services.
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What does **PPS** stand for?
Patient Priority System ## Footnote It is a system used to prioritize patients based on their medical needs.
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What is **PCI** in a medical context?
Percutaneous coronary intervention ## Footnote A non-surgical procedure used to treat narrowing of the coronary arteries.
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What does **PHIPA** stand for?
Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 ## Footnote It governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal health information.
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Who is a **Primary Care Paramedic**?
A healthcare professional providing emergency medical care ## Footnote They are often the first responders in emergency situations.
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What does **pulse oximetry** measure?
Oxygen saturation in the blood ## Footnote It is a non-invasive method to monitor a patient's oxygen levels.
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What does **ROSC** stand for?
Return of spontaneous circulation ## Footnote It indicates the restoration of effective blood circulation after cardiac arrest.
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What is the purpose of **Spinal Motion Restriction**?
To prevent movement of the spine in injured patients ## Footnote It is crucial in cases of suspected spinal injuries.
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What does **STEMI** stand for?
ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction ## Footnote It is a type of heart attack characterized by a specific pattern on an ECG.
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Who is a **Substitute Decision Maker**?
An individual authorized to make decisions on behalf of another ## Footnote This is often relevant in healthcare settings when a patient is unable to make decisions.
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What does **TOR** stand for in medical terms?
Termination of Resuscitation ## Footnote It refers to the decision to stop resuscitation efforts in a patient.
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What does **VSA** mean?
Vital Signs Absent ## Footnote It indicates that a patient has no detectable vital signs.
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