Barotrauma Flashcards
1
Q
What is barotrauma?
A
Trapped air at pressure
2
Q
Types of barotrauma:
A
Otics (ears)
Sinus
Aerodontalgia=teeth
Gastro-intestinal
3
Q
Remedy to OTIC:
A
Valsalva
Frenzel manoeuvre = moving jaw, yawning, swallow
4
Q
Remedy to sinus barotrauma
A
Immediate return to altitude where symptoms noticed first. But gradually descend. And return to MSL.
5
Q
Aerodentalgia
A
Most common in ascent
6
Q
Toxic hazards; spillage of agricultural chemicals. Must:
A
Close all outside vents.
7
Q
Mercury spillage.
A
Vacuum it. Do not sweep.
8
Q
Ozone layer (O3)
A
Worse at pols.
Fl400 to Fl750
9
Q
Ozone poisoning symptoms:
A
Dry eyes, nose, throat. Severe headache. Impaired vision. Coughing. Discomfort in chest. Breathing difficulties. Heart strain. Permanent change to elasticity of lung. DEATH.
10
Q
Cosmic radiation: records kept
A
For people who travel 49k and above. Consists of: Galactic radiation Solar radiation. More protection at equator than polls. Can cause cancer.
