CHAP 33 Flashcards
conduction
the transfer of heat from one material to another through direct heat.
convection
carrying away of heat by currents of air, water, or other gases or liquids.
radiation
sending out energy, such as heat, in waves into heat
When is it appropriate to treat a cold emergency with active rewarming and when should you perform passive rewarming?
Passive rewarming is always permitted. Active rewarming may be permitted if the patient is alert and responsive, medical direction orders it, and transport time will be great.
Name the signs and symptoms of a late or deep localized cold injury
Initially, the skin of the affected area appears white and waxy. As the condition freezes, the skin turns blotchy, the color turn from yellow, to grey blue. Swelling and blistering may occur.
Describe the management of a patient suffering from heat emergency who has moist, pale, and cool skin.
Remove patient to a cooler place Administer O2 Remove clothing and fan Supine postion Give water, if responsive Apply moist towel over cramp Transport
Describe the management of patient suffering from a heat emergency who has hot, dry skin.
In ambo with AC on
Remove clothing, apply cool pack to neck and groin and armpits.
Administer O2
Transport immediately
Describe the proper care for a patient suffering from a snake bite.
Call medical direction Treat for shock to converse body heat Clean fang marks with soap and water Remove jewelry of bitten extremity Immobilize bitten extremity/ splint Apply light restrict bands above bite by medical direction Transport trend vitals
