Chapter 16: Emergency Procedures Flashcards

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

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Physical activity readiness questionnaire (PAR-Q)
- Used to identify individuals with high risk
- May need modified exercise programs or a reference
from a medical doctor

Informed consent
- Risk stratification
- When necessary, obtain clearance from a medical
doctor

HIPPA

  • The health insurance portability and accountability act
  • Insures victims that they will have privacy about who is able to access and see their personal medical and health information
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EMERGENCY ASSESSMENTS

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Checking the ABCs (airway, breathing, circulation, and severe bleeding)

The secondary assessment

  • Head to toe assessment and what to look for
  • Abrasions, swelling, deformities, tenderness, medical alert jewelry
  • Take blood pressure and pulse

Call 911

  • In situations that are life-threatening
  • In situations that require medical attention immediately
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