

- Define Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems. (pp. 6-8)
- Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic from other prehospital care providers. (p. 10)
- Describe the roles and responsibilities related to personal safety. (p. 10)
- Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the EMT-Basic towards the safety of the crew, the patient, and bystanders. (p. 10)
- Define quality improvement, and discuss the EMT-Basic's role in the process. (pp. 14-15)
- Define medical direction, and discuss the EMT-Basic's role in the process. (pp. 15-16)
- State the specific statutes and regulations in your state regarding the EMS system. (p. 16)
- Assess areas of personal attitude and conduct of the EMT-Basic. (p. 12)
- Characterize the various methods used to access the EMS system in your community. (p. 9)