# Paramedic Procedures

When you receive a “Civilian Down” message you are required to:

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<summary>Step One</summary>

To locate a specific point of interest, you may want to access your map and search for a dynamic red pulsing signal. This will help guide you towards your intended destination with greater precision and efficiency.

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<summary>Step Two</summary>

To communicate your response to a new emergency call, you can use your radio and make a traffic call, stating your identification as "E-##." Next, indicate that you are "responding" to the emergency and specify your response status by using the appropriate code, which could be "10-97 Code 1," "10-97 Code 2," or "10-97 Code 3." Finally, mention the location of the emergency by providing the relevant postal code, such as "at Postal ####." This way, you can clearly convey crucial information to your colleagues and coordinate your efforts to handle the situation effectively.

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<summary>Step Three</summary>

When responding to an emergency call in your EMS vehicle, it's important to prioritize safety and urgency. Make sure to use your lights and sirens to signal that you are on a Code 3 response, unless the nature of the call permits a less urgent Code 1 or Code 2 response.

Remember to follow traffic rules and regulations, but also be aware of your surroundings and drive defensively. This will help ensure a timely and safe arrival at the scene of the emergency.

Additionally, it's important to communicate with your dispatch to gather any critical information or updates about the situation, as well as to provide status updates on your response. By staying informed and alert, you can optimize your response and provide the necessary care to those in need.

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<summary>Step Four</summary>

Even though all EMS Personal are permitted to drive over the speed limit you should still follow traffic rules, At all times you must be driving on the correct side of the road to lower the risk of getting into a motor vehicle collision. When coming to a Red traffic light or intersections, corners or when near other vehicles you mush slow down and make sure that it is clear before proceeding.

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<summary>Step Five</summary>

When you are pulling up to the scene, Check the surrounding area around the call to remove the risk of you or a college getting injured, If you are feeling unsafe contact a law enforcement office for back up on the scene.&#x20;

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#### Do's and Don'ts

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Please remember if there is a current scene active and EMS are meant to be standing by please make sure that you connect to Frequency **1.** This will give you access to the polie dispatch channel, You will need to wait for PD to allow you access to the scene.&#x20;
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When stationed at Pillbox, You are required to park your ambulance away from the main Entrance to the hospital whether this is in the Vehicle parking bay or to the right of the doors. We **ONLY** park in front of the doors if you are bring a patient back to pillbox for further treatment.&#x20;
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Only use the revive option on dead patients, if you are caught abusing this you will be let go from the department and will possibly be given a trip to the Bahamas.
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Ensure you check for any injured or downed officer and provide medical attention to them before the civilians since out Law Enforcements are a Priority over Civilians.
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If there is multiple casualties at a scene you are **required** to ask for addition 10-31 at your location code 3, Then start a Road side Trauma Area to get all the PT stable before transporting them to Pillbox for surgery, If the PT requires surgery you are able to perform roadside surgery but you would need a RSK (Roadside Surgery Kit).
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If there is a single casualty you are required to bring the patient back to Pillbox Hospital using your stretcher, entering the hospital with the patient lying down where you will carry out surgery. If you patient has been a potential victim of a crime you must report this to PD.
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If there is a single casualty you are required to bring the patient back to Pillbox Hospital using your stretcher, entering the hospital with the patient lying down where you will carry out surgery. If you patient has been a potential victim of a crime you must report this to PD.
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Always apply bandages to any patients this will stop any bleeding they may still have.
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