3. Check, call, care Flashcards
1
Q
Check, call, care
A
- check the scene and person
- call 911
- care for the person
2
Q
ABCs
A
Primary assessment…
airway
breathing
circulation
3
Q
Recovery position
A
when the person has altered consciousness but breathing
4
Q
SAMPLE questions
A
Secondary assessment…
Signs and symptoms
Allergies
Medications
Past medical history
Last oral intake
Events leading up to the emergency
5
Q
Vital signs
A
level of responsiveness
breathing
skin (colour/temp)
6
Q
Injury check
A
Hands on exam / pat down when unresponsive
7
Q
Shock signs
A
- excessive thirst
- rapid breathing
- drowsiness
- loss of responsiveness
- nausea/vomiting
- weakness
- cool clammy pale skin
- anxiety/confusion
8
Q
Shock treatment
A
Wait for 911, get rid of shocking thing if possible (ex. traumatic scene)
