Chapter 35 Key notes Flashcards
What are signs and symptoms of breathing smoke (smoke inhalation)?
The signs and symptoms of breathing smoke (smoke inhalation) are headache, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue
Synthetic substances ignite and burn fast, causing?
Causing rapidly developing fires and toxic smoke
What can smoke exposure cause?
Smoke exposure can cause both acute and chronic health effects
Dirty firefighting gear should never be transported in?
The passenger compartment of your car or any other place it could harm you or others
What does mitochondria convert nutrients into?
(ATP) adenosine triphosphate
What is the natural antidote for CO poisoning?
The natural antidote for CO poisoning is oxygen
What are the typical electrochemical sensors?
Oxygen, Hydrogen Cyanide, Carbon monoxide, Hydrogen sulfide, Ammonia, and Chlorine
What is a concern with electrochemical sensors?
They can be easily overwhelmed and will max out with regard to their readings
What does a Photoionization Detector use it’s ultraviolet light for?
The PID uses ultraviolet light to ionize the gases that move through the sensor
What is a disadvantage of Colorimetric tubes?
They are single-use only
Where should you start detection and monitoring?
Start detection and monitoring outside the building in a clean area