2160 - Eye Trauma

Question 1

Eye Trauma - 2160

Immobilize impaled objects in place unless the object must be removed to stabilize the airway.

true or false?

Answer 1

true

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Question 2

Eye Trauma - 2160

Remove contact lenses when applicable.

true or false?

Answer 2

true

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Question 3

Eye Trauma - 2160

Assess nature of ophthalmologic emergency

• Direct Trauma (4)

Answer 3

• Patch both eyes gently without pressure to the globes
• Maintain patient in supine position to reduce leakage of fluids from eye
• If blood is noted in the anterior chamber, place the patient in SEMI-FOWLERS
• Stabilize any impaled objects and cover affected eye DIM LIGHTS FOR PATIENT COMFORT

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Question 4

Eye Trauma - 2160

Chemical/Irritant Exposure (i.e. pepper spray, tear gas) (3)

Answer 4

• Irrigate affected eye with normal saline during transport
• Apply dry sterile dressing to both eyes
• Dim lights for patient comfort

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Question 5

Eye Trauma - 2160

Atraumatic (2)

Answer 5

• Patch both eyes gently without pressure to globes
• Dim lights for patient comfort

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