Author Question: If assisting an ALS provider with endotrachial intubation is permitted by local protocol, OEC ... (Read 37 times)

D2AR0N · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

If assisting an ALS provider with endotrachial intubation is permitted by local protocol, OEC Technicians can check the light source on the laryngoscope blade by:

a. twisting the laryngoscope handle clockwise.
b. attaching the blade to the handle and raising the blade into position.
c. turning the on switch at the bottom of the handle.
d. twisting the light bulb on the laryngoscope blade clockwise.

Question 2

A candidate in your OEC class is attempting to describe advanced life support (ALS). Which of the following statements concerning ALS is incorrect?

a. ALS is emergency medical care that exceeds basic life-support measures.
b. ALS includes advanced airway management and drug therapy.
c. It should be assumed that prompt initiation of ALS will make the difference between life and death.
d. All EMTs, paramedics, RNs and PAs are part of the ALS system.