Basic office First aid test Flashcards
what is cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
The application of manual chest compressions and ventilations (also called rescue breathing) to patients who are not breathing or do not have a pulse; also known as basic life support (BLS)
Code
A term used in HealthCare settings to indicate an emergency situation and to summon the trained team to the scene.
what is Standard of care
The level and type of care an ordinary, prudent healthcare professional with the same training and experience in a similar situation.
Endotracheal Tube
A catheter that is inserted into the trachea through the mouth; provides a patent airway.
Patent
open
What is a defibrillator?
a device that delivers an electrical shock to the heart muscle in an attempt to restore a normal heartbeat.
what does Triage mean?
to sort out and classify the injured; used in military and emergency settings to determine the priority of a patient be treated.
Triaging flow map
A written flow map used to make triage decision; based on answers to questions the person moves through the map until a triage decision is made.
How often do you check a crash cart?
monthly
How many people check the crash cart?
two people
What is benadryl used for?
to treat allergies