CARBON MONOXIDE RESPONSES Flashcards by Alex Possamai | Brainscape

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CARBON MONOXIDE RESPONSES

What are the symptoms of CO poisoning?

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Headache and dizziness
Visual impairment and blurred vision
Shortness of breath
Palpitations (rapid pulse)
Nausea

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CARBON MONOXIDE RESPONSES

At what point should occupants vacate the house and call the gas company with respect to Drager CO readings?

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Readings above 25 ppm. *If readings below 25ppm, confirm that the owner has CO accumulation problem, and strongly advise they call Gas Company if gas powered appliances are in the dwelling.

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CARBON MONOXIDE RESPONSES

What is the only way to determine if a person has CO poisoning?

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Carboxy-haemoglobin blood test

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CARBON MONOXIDE RESPONSES

T/F MFES personnel shall wear full PPE when attempting to confirm the existence of CO in the structure

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True

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