You are dispatched to a residential fire. On arrival you observe that the fire department is on scene and assessing the situation, along with PD. A PD officer tells you that this is a suspected “meth lab”. How does this information effect your assessment or treatment of patients? It has no affect on treatment or assessment of any patients. It will increase your level of suspicion for lung injury because of the chemical present. It only affects your level of concern regarding personal safety It will only effect how you document this incident.
You are dispatched to a residential fire
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