You Have Arrived at the Scene of a Motor Vehicle

question 49

Multiple Choice

You have arrived at the scene of a motor vehicle collision to find that there are several critically injured patients.Which of the following should you do first?

• A) Begin triage of all patients before deciding on additional resources.
• B) Call for additional rescue units and transporting ambulances.
• C) Begin extrication of the most critically injured patient.
• D) Begin to care for the patient closest to your vehicle.

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Definitions:

Confirmation Bias

A tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.

Prejudiced

Holding preconceived opinions or judgments about someone or something without proper knowledge, often based on stereotypes or bias.

Biased Judgments

Assessments or decisions influenced by personal preferences, prejudices, or insufficient information.

Stereotypes

Generally believed, though rigid and simplified, views or concepts of a certain category of people or items.