VEHICLE EXTRICATION STUDY HELPER, Knightlite Software, 2003
The extrication of human beings from the vehicles they drive can pose some of the biggest challenges a firefighter can encounter in his/her career. The need for well trained rescuers knows no boundaries with such incidents occurring from the largest cities to the smallest towns.
The way you and your crew perform in the Hot Zone can determine whether someone lives or whether someone dies. You must be prepared to be able to make quick, thoughtful decisions that will allow you to mediate any extrication incident with skill and speed. Vehicle Extrication Study Helper Version 1.0 helps firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, and Police Officers prepare for such challenges.
Vehicle Extrication Study Helper is a Flashcard/Multiple-Choice Test software program for all emergency personnel, based on IFSTA's Principles Of Vehicle Extrication 2nd Edition. Tests can be taken on-screen or can be printed out in a variety of ways.
There are 600 questions in the registered software package spanning 10 chapters. Plus a Terminology section containing 112 pertinent definitions from the IFSTA text.
As with all Knightlite Software, the focus has always been on giving the user as many ways to manipulate the questions as possible. There are many features included in Vehicle Extrication Study Helper, with the sole purpose of making it easier for the user to learn the material.
FEATURES:
1) Page References to IFSTA's Principles Of Vehicle Extrication 2nd Edition for easy look up of questions. Space on the notes pages to add your own comments, hints, or notes to questions.
2) The ability to search the database for key words. Example - Search for Rollover - Returns all the questions which contain the word "Rollover".
3) Keeps track of your progress three ways. Vehicle Extrication Study Helper has three ways to track your mistakes.
A) In one module you can list questions that you incorrectly answered in the past. Once you answer the question correctly it clears that question from it's memory.
B) The Elephant Memory never forgets your incorrectly answered questions until you clear the memory yourself. This allows you to drill on difficult questions. Once you have mastered these questions you can clear the elephant memory.
C) The third method allows you to take an on-screen test and print out the test results. The results will display all the questions with the answers. Incorrectly answered questions are also displayed showing the correct answer and the answer you selected. You can then print out these results or save the results to a file to open and review later.
4) Save your last session. With a click of the mouse you can return to your previous session to continue taking a test.
5) Wizards that build test packages. With our easy-to-use test package wizard you can create tests, which can build test packages that contain questions, answer sheets, and answer sheet correction keys. These packages can then be saved to disk and opened at a later time to be printed out. They can also be sent over the Internet and opened by another computer using Knightlite Software. Save or Print Out Results Of Your Test. Records which questions were answered correctly, incorrectly or not at all. Also includes the user's name and address and the starting and stopping times.
6) The ability to create random tests 3 ways. You can create a random test from a single chapter, multiple chapters or the entire test bank can be randomized. We allow you to choose which chapters you wish to include in your test as well as the number of questions you would like asked in the test. The test can then be taken on screen or printed out, complete with answer sheets and answer sheet correction keys. Vehicle Extrication Study Helper gives you the ability to print out tests in a variety of ways.
7) Answer Questions On Screen In A Variety Of Ways. See the correct answer when you click on an answer option, or wait until you have finished taking the test to see your results. Fly through tests using Turbo Answer, or just take your time and really learn the material. You can choose between 4 answering modes.
8) Vehicle Extrication Terminology - Easily look up terminology using our reference section. (Internet Version has a limited number of definitions) Print out the entire glossary and hand it out to students, or create printed terminology quizzes; either by straight definition or "Jeopardy" style.
9) Highlight And Search Feature:
The Highlight And Search Feature lets you highlight selected words or phrases within our question database, then click on the library button on the toolbar, and Vehicle Extrication Study Helper will take you to our "Terminology Section" where it will display the definition for the word. If the highlighted word is not found in the Terminology Section it will prompt you to add it to the library, if you would like. It is a fast, easy way to look up Vehicle Extrication terminology while in the process of taking a test on-screen.
10) Create Flashcards You Can Print Out:
Vehicle Extrication Study Helper lets you print out flashcards, so you can continue to study when you are away from your computer. Select any test, or create a custom test, then print out flashcards. Save the flashcard file and print them later on another computer.
11) Graphically See Your Improvement:
Vehicle Extrication Study Helper comes with a handy-dandy graphing tool that can keep track of your last 10 test results. Simply select your name from the list box on the "Notes Palette", and click "SAVE RESULTS." Your score will be saved for the test you just completed.
12) Auto-Numbering Of Questions:
If you would like to add your own questions to the database, you will appreciate the auto-numbering feature. It searches for the last number and then assigns the next number in the progression.
OTHER FEATURES:
1) Edit, add, or delete any question from any of the 10 Vehicle Extrication chapters. You can easily add questions to your Vehicle Extrication chapters. We have given the user complete control over the question database.
2) On-line Timer And Score Calculator - You can time yourself to see how long a test takes
you, using the on-line timer. Vehicle Extrication Study Helper also keeps track of your score while you take a test.
3) On-Line Documentation And Printed User Guide - The program is extremely intuitive, however if you have any
questions press "Help" on the main test menu. Vehicle Extrication Study Helper also ships with a printed User Guide.
4) Create your own test - The standard version of Vehicle Extrication Study Helper allows you to make one custom test bank.
5) Optional sound effects - Insults you when you make a mistake praises you when you are correct - Not to worry default setting is OFF.
System Requirements:
Pentium Class Computer
At Least 16 MB Ram (32 MB Recommended)
Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME, XP
CD Rom Drive
At Least 8 MB Free Hard Drive Space
VGA Graphics Card (16 Million Colors Recommended)
Recommended Resolution 800 x 600 - System Set To Small Fonts
Mouse Or Other Pointing Device
Vehicle Extrication Study Helper, SFV501 / $26.95
RELATED MATERIAL:
Text book for Principles of Vehicle Extrication, 2nd ed.
Knightlite Software
Part 1 - Extrication Principles & Vehicle Design
Part 2 - Hand Tools and Pneumatics
Part 3 - Extrication Techniques
Part 4 - Patient Considerations and Mechanisms of Injury
Part 5 - Advanced Extrication
Part 6 - Large Vehicle Considerations
Carbusters 3.1 (6 vol. set)
Vehicle Extrication Study Helper
Rescue Books
Specialized / Technical Rescue Books
Principles Of Vehicle Extrication, 2nd Ed. (Book)
Vehicle Rescue and Extrication, 2nd ed. (Book)
Vehicle Extrication: A Practical Guide (Book)