EMT-Basic/Ops/Access

Lesson 7.2: Gaining Access

Objectives
By the end of this lesson, the EMT-Basic should be able to:
 * 1) Describe the purpose of extrication.
 * 2) Discuss the role of the EMT-Basic in extrication.
 * 3) Identify what equipment for personal safety is required for the EMT-Basic.
 * 4) Define the fundamental components of extrication.
 * 5) State the steps that should be taken to protect the patient during extrication.
 * 6) Evaluate various methods of gaining access to the patient.
 * 7) Distinguish between simple and complex access.