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You are being hoisted into a helicopter when you start to spin dramatically. To stop the effects of spin, what needs to occur immediately? a. The pilot needs to apply forward airspeed b. Signal to be put back on the ground immediately c. Tilt the basket and patient to create resistance to slow the spin

Correct Answer is A Rationale: The helicopter crew need to apply forward airspeed (10 to 20 KIA (Knots in Airspeed) immediately as defined in external load operations.
Which evaluation takes into account individual demographics, health conditions, and environment-specific conditions for wilderness activities?

The preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE) considers these factors. PPEs aim to reduce morbidity and mortality during wilderness activities and are not intended to disqualify participants.
You are providing medical support for a trek. Several days into the trip, at 5500 m (18000 ft) you are approached by a patient complaining of chest pain. The patient has a history of angina. The patient tells you they are having chest pain after exertion. The pain has resolved with rest and nitroglycerine. What is the best recommendation? a. Slow the pace of the trek and allow more rest time b. Evacuation for hospital evaluation c. Acclimatize for an additional day at current altitude

Correct answer is B Rationale: The patient is experiencing unstable angina, likely exacerbated by altitude. The patient should be evacuated and should not continue to ascend.
A 22-year-old female patient presents with circumferential full-thickness burns from her mid-thigh to her toes of both legs. She has lost distal pulses and requires an escharotomy. Where and how do you make the incisions to perform the escharotomy? a. Lateral and anterior limb incisions through the dermis of both lower extremities b. Anterior limb incisions through the dermis of both lower extremities c. Medial and lateral limb incisions through the dermis of both lower extremities

Correct answer is C Rationale: Escharotomy incisions for the limbs should be carried to the level of the thenar and hypothenar eminences for the upper extremity and to the level of the great toe medially and the little toe laterally for the lower extremity.
What are the prerequisites for enrolling in courses at Utah's Academy of Emergency Medicine?

For Basic EMT, you only need a photo ID and a positive attitude. For Advanced EMT, you must hold a current Utah state EMT license before the start of the class.
What gear and supplies are required for attending Utah's Academy of Emergency Medicine?

You will need 5.11 type Blue or Black EMS style pants, boots, a black tactical belt, and a white T-shirt. Additionally, you will need school supplies such as the textbook for the class, notebooks, colored pens and pencils, markers, and flashcards.

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