Across
- 2. The killing of pathogenic agents by using potent means of disinfection
- 6. A portable kit containing items that are used in the initial care of the patient.
- 7. a device that provides a firm surface under the patient's torso.
- 8. A person who assists a driver in backing up an ambulance to help adjust for blind spots at the back of a vehicle.
- 10. Areas of the road that are blocked from your view by your vehicle or mirrors.
- 11. To remove or neutralize radiation, chemical, or other hazardous material from clothing, equipment, vehicles, and personnel.
- 12. Medical evacuation of a patient by a helicopter.
- 13. A process, such as heating, that removes microbial contamination
- 15. The killing of pathogenic agents by direct application of chemicals.
- 16. The process of removing dirt, dust, blood, or other visible contaminants from a surface.
Down
- 1. The six-pointed star emblem that identifies vehicles that meet federal specifications as licensed or certified ambulances.
- 3. A safe distance between your vehicle and any vehicles around you.
- 4. Fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft that have been modified for medical care; used to evacuate and transport patients with life-threatening injuries to treatment facilities.
- 5. Specialized vehicles used to transport EMS equipment and personnel to the scenes of medical emergencies.
- 9. Occurs when the tires of a vehicle are lifted off the road surface as a result of water piling up underneath them, making the vehicle seem as if it's floating.
- 14. A specialized vehicle for treating and transporting sick and injured patients.