Title: Demonstrate body substance isolation and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for protection from exposure to communicable or infectious diseases.
Course: Emergency Medical Technician II (14055-II) > Section: Managing Medical Emergencies

Demonstration should include the assessment and management of

- patients who may have an infectious disease
- decontamination of ambulance and equipment after patient treatment
- legal requirements regarding the exposure of a healthcare provider.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the minimum standard of personal protection when treating a patient?
- What are the decontamination protocols for an ambulance and equipment after treating a patient?
- How does one appropriately use and dispose of PPE after a potential infectious disease exposure?