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Emergency Communication & Call Handling Flashcards

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  1. What is the purpose of the EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) protocol's 'echo response' principle?

    Answer: Providing pre-arrival medical instructions to callers while units are en route

    EMD pre-arrival instructions empower bystanders to begin life-saving care before EMS arrives on scene.

  2. Which element of a call should a dispatcher confirm LAST before ending the call with a non-emergency inquiry?

    Answer: A callback number in case additional contact is needed

    A callback number ensures the dispatcher or responding unit can reach the reporting party if information needs clarification.

  3. A caller reports a residential structure fire. Which piece of information should the dispatcher obtain FIRST?

    Answer: The complete address or location of the fire

    Location is the single most critical piece of information because it determines where to send resources.

  4. When a caller is whispering and appears to be in a dangerous situation, the dispatcher should:

    Answer: Respond with yes/no questions and advise them to answer only with single words if possible

    Yes/no or single-word answers let a threatened caller communicate without alerting a nearby suspect.

  5. Under NENA standards, what is the recommended maximum time for a dispatcher to answer an incoming 911 call?

    Answer: 10 seconds or fewer (within 2 rings)

    NENA recommends that 95% of 911 calls be answered within 10 seconds (two rings) to minimize response delay.

  6. A caller reports a suspicious person and then asks if police will arrest the individual. The dispatcher should:

    Answer: Explain that an officer will investigate and let the officer make that determination

    Dispatchers must not make promises about police action, as only responding officers can assess the situation and take appropriate action.

  7. What does 'verification of the scene' mean when dispatching for a potentially violent call?

    Answer: Querying prior incident history for the address and relaying hazard information to responding units

    Checking prior incident history helps identify known hazards such as weapons, dangerous individuals, or mental health history to protect responding officers.