Chapter 10-Form a General Impression Flashcards
Define General impression. (The Focus)
General impression focuses on rapid identification of potentially life-threatening problems.
General impression is the ______ part of your primary asessment
First
The general impression is formed to determine what:
The priority of care
What are some things you should take note of during general impression?
Age
Sex
Race
Level of distress
Overall appearance
Think of your general impression as an overall ______ assessment in which you:
Visual assessment; gather information as you approach the patient
Why should you always make sure the patient sees you coming?
To avoid surprising the patient or causing the patient to have to turn to see you, possibly making any injuries worse
What is another thing you should avoid while getting a general impression of a patient?
Avoid standing over the patient
This helps show respect for the patient and helps the patient feel comfortable and less threatened as you begin your assessment
What should you say during your introduction part of your general impression?
Refer to the patient by name.
Introduce yourself, “Hi i’m BreNiah, an EMT and I am here to help you”
After you introduce yourself, what should you do?
Ask the patient about the chief complaint
What can you determine from the patient’s explanation of their chief complaint?
The patient’s response can give you insight into the LOC, airway latency, respiratory status, and overall circulatory status before you begin your examination
Is the patient able to respond to your greeting easily and appropriately?
If a life threatening condition is found, what should you do?
Treat it immediately.
You will define your patient’s condition as: ______, _________, or _________ to direct further assessment and treatment.
Stable
Potentially unstable
Unstable
This determination must be made so that prehospital care providers can work together with an appropriate sense of urgency
True
