Chapter 2 Test Flashcards
Subjective Observations
“Symptoms”
May or may not be true
Objective Observations
“Signs”
Factual info about the patient’s condition
PASS Acronym
Pull the pin
Aim at base of fire
Squeeze the handle
Sweep back and forth at base of fire
RACE Acronym
Remove anyone in danger
Activate Alarm/Call 911
Contain fire if possible
Extinguish if small, Evacuate if unsafe to fight yourself
What guidelines apply to any disaster situation?
Remain clam
Know locations of fire exits and stairways
Know locations of fire extinguishers and alarms
Know the proper procedure for any emergency
Use the internet and stay informed
Where should the hands be placed for abdominal thrusts?
Under the arms and around the waist
Myocardial Ischimia
Heart Attack
Syncope
Fainting
Hypoglycemia Causes
Too much insulin
Too little food
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Cause
Too little insulin
Diabetic Ketoacidosis Signs
Hunger/Thirst
Urination
Fruity/Sweet Breath
Healthcare-associated Infection (NAI) synonym and meaning
Nasocromial Infection
Infection acquired in a healthcare setting during the delivery of medical care
CVA
Stroke
TIA
Ministroke, often a precursor to a stroke
Signs of a stroke (FAST)
Face
Arms
Speech
Time to call 911!
Expressive Aphasia
Inability to speak
Receptive Aphasia
Inability to understand spoken or written words
Chain of infection
- Causative agent
- Reservior
- Portal of exit
- Made of transmission
- Portal of entry
- Susceptible host
What is the MOST IMPORTANT method of preventing spread of infection?
Hand Washing
3 Types of Transmission precautions
Airborne
Droplet
Contact
Transmission precautions are always used __ _______ to standard precautions
In addition
PPE
Personal protective equipment
Order When Donning all PPE
Wash Hands Gown Mask Goggles Gloves
Order When Doffing all PPE
Gloves Goggles Gown Mask Wash Hands
