Massachusetts Statewide Treatment Protocols 2026.1

A set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the Massachusetts Statewide Treatment Protocols 2026.1.

First Responder (FR)

An individual trained to provide immediate aid and support at the scene of an emergency.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

A certification level for individuals trained to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

A certification level for individuals trained to provide advanced emergency medical care.

Paramedic

A highly trained professional who provides advanced emergency medical care and can perform advanced medical procedures.

Routine Patient Care

The standard procedures and protocols followed by EMS personnel to provide basic care to patients.

Medical Control Orders

Instructions given by a physician or medical director over the radio for specific patient care situations.

Pediatric-specific protocol

Protocols that are tailored specifically for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric patients.

Protocol

A set of established guidelines or procedures followed in specific medical situations.

Routine Patient Care 1.0

Guidelines for basic patient assessment and treatment by EMS personnel.

Cardiac Arrest

A medical emergency where the heart stops pumping blood effectively, requiring immediate resuscitation.

Sepsis

A life-threatening condition arising from an infection leading to organ dysfunction or failure.

Consequences of Hyperkalemia

Elevated potassium levels in the blood, potentially leading to serious cardiac abnormalities.

Advanced Airway Management

Techniques used to secure the airway of patients when standard methods fail.

Mass Casualty Incident (MCI)

An event where the number of casualties exceeds the current capabilities of local emergency services.

Reassessment of Patients

Ongoing evaluation of a patient's condition to ensure proper treatment and care continuity.

Needle Cricothyrotomy

An emergency procedure to secure an airway by inserting a needle through the cricothyroid membrane.

Transport Decision

The process of determining the appropriate facility for a patient's medical transport.

Patient Care Report (PCR)

A formal documentation record of the care provided to a patient during an emergency situation.

Glucagon

A medication used to treat severe hypoglycemia; may be administered IM or IN.

Epinephrine

A medication used in anaphylaxis; administered to counteract severe allergic reactions.