Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Intermediate Practice Exam

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You arrive at the scene of a domestic violence situation. As you approach the doorway of the apartment, you hear screaming and the statement “He has a gun!” At this point, you should:

  1. Enter the apartment to assess the situation

  2. Reassure the victims verbally from outside

  3. Retreat immediately and call for law enforcement assistance

  4. Wait for backup before proceeding

The correct answer is: Retreat immediately and call for law enforcement assistance

In a domestic violence situation where there is a potential weapon involved, such as a gun, the primary concern is safety for both the responders and any potential victims. Retreating to call for law enforcement assistance is the most prudent action in this scenario. This ensures that trained law enforcement professionals, who are equipped to handle potentially violent situations, can arrive and neutralize any threats before emergency medical technicians enter the area. Entering the apartment without assessing the situation could expose you to significant danger, especially when there is a possibility of an armed individual. By calling for law enforcement, you are allowing them to secure the scene, which protects everyone involved. It also provides the opportunity for a safer environment to assess the medical needs of the victims once the situation has been stabilized. Communicating with victims from outside (the second option) or waiting for backup (the last option) may not be effective in this type of high-risk situation; immediate law enforcement involvement is crucial. The response to withdraw and seek assistance represents a commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.