Chapter 20 Flashcards
A state in which the body’s fluid losses are greater than fluid intake. If left untreated, ___________ may lead to shock and even death
Dehydration
A function on the emergency scene that cares for the well-being of the fire fighters. It includes relief from climatic conditions, res, cooling or warming, rehydration, calorie replacement, medical monitoring, member accountability, and release.
Emergency incident rehabilitation
Certain salts and other chemicals that are dissolved in body fluids and cells. Proper levels of ____________ need to be maintained for good health and strength.
Electrolytes
A localized condition that occurs when the layers of the skin and deeper tissue freeze.
Frostbite
A protective suit that completely covers the fire fighter, including the breathing apparatus, and does not let any vapor or fluids enter the suit. It is commonly used in hazardous materials emergencies.
Fully encapsulated suit
The source of energy for the body. One of the basic sugars, it is the body’s primary fuel, along with oxygen.
Glucose
Painful muscle spasms that occur suddenly during or after physical exertion; usually involve muscles in the leg or abdomen.
Heat cramps
Affects those who do not drink enough fluids and replace enough electrolytes through diet while doing physical activities in hot environments. Characterized by heavy perspiration, pale skin, clammy or sweaty skin that is not usually hot, severe thirst, fatigue, flulike symptoms, shortness of breath, and rapid heart rate. Can evolve to heat stroke if not controlled. Sometimes called severe dehydration.
Heat exhaustion
Itchy rash on skin that is wet from sweating; seen after prolonged sweating.
Heat rash
Characterized by extremely hot skin when touched, confusion and altered mental status, flushed skin, fatigue, and flulike symptoms.
Heat stroke
A condition in which the internal body temperature falls below 95 F (35 C), usually a result of prolonged exposure to cold or freezing temperatures.
Hypothermia
To restore someone or something to a condition of health or to a state of useful and constructive activity.
Rehabilitate
Conditioning plays a significant role in
A. endurance.
B. glucose.
C. intensity.
D. reassignment.
A. endurance.
Rehabilitation enables fire fighters to
A. perform more safely and effectively.
B. review personal protective equipment items.
C. discuss emergency response strategies.
D. observe and assess response tactics.
A. perform more safely and effectively.
During a high-rise fire, a department may assign three companies to do the work that is normally done by one company
A. because there is a larger structure to protect.
B. because the higher the structure, the more distance to the ground.
C. because there is more equipment to carry.
D. to enable the companies to rotate duties.
D. to enable the companies to rotate duties.
