Learning Outcomes Clipart

After completing the study of this chapter students should be able to:

Knowledge Objectives

State the responsibilities of emergency medical responders (EMRs) in incidents where HazMat are present. (pp 434-435)
Describe the actions EMRs should take in HazMat incidents before the arrival of specially trained personnel. (pp 434-435)
Discuss the different areas of a HazMat scene. (p 435)
Define a mass-casualty incident. (pp 435-436)
Describe the role of EMRs in a mass-casualty incident. (pp 435-440)
Explain the steps in the START triage system. (pp 438-440)
Describe the purpose of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). (p 441)
Define terrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD). (p 442)
Describe potential terrorist targets and risks. (pp 442-443)
Explain the risks posed by explosives and incendiary devices. (p 443; p 445)
Explain the risks posed by the following chemical agents:

Skills Objectives

Demonstrate the actions EMRs should take in HazMat incidents before the arrival of specially trained personnel. (pp 434-435)
Demonstrate triage of a mass-casualty incident using the START triage system. (pp 437-439)