North Carolina EMT State Practice Exam

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Which group of patients is typically not treated during a Mass Casualty Incident?

  1. Patients with severe bleeding

  2. Patients in respiratory distress

  3. Cardiac arrest patients

  4. Patients with unstable vital signs

The correct answer is: Cardiac arrest patients

During a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI), the key focus for emergency medical responders is to triage patients effectively in order to utilize limited resources most efficiently. Cardiac arrest patients typically do not receive immediate treatment during a MCI. This is because the prognosis for survival following a cardiac arrest is significantly lower in such chaotic and resource-limited scenarios, particularly when there are other patients present who have a better chance of survival if treated promptly. In contrast, patients with severe bleeding, respiratory distress, or unstable vital signs are prioritized for treatment, as they are at immediate risk of death and have a higher likelihood of survival with timely intervention. By directing resources toward these patients, responders can maximize the chances of saving lives in a situation where the number of casualties overwhelms the available medical resources.

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