Chapter 6.1 - Medical and Lifestyle Factors Flashcards
What does DAME stand for?
Designated Aviation Medical Examiner.
Define Dehydration?
A condition which a person’s water content has fallen to a dangerous level.
How many hours do CASA recommend to stay on ground after giving blood?
24 Hours.
Define Hyperventilation?
Abnormal breathing in which the rate and depth are increased.
Name three causes of Hyperventilation?
- Anxiety.
- Stress.
- Fear.
What is the effect of Hyperventilation?
Reducing the level of Carbon Dioxide in the Lungs.
Name four symptoms of Hyperventilation?
- Tingling Sensations in the Skin.
- Dizziness.
- Headaches.
- Increased Pulse Rate.
- Muscle Spasms.
- Visual Disturbances.
- Hot or Cold Feelings.
Name two factors which are more likely to increase Hyperventilation on a Pilot?
- Flying Under Stress.
- High Altitudes Using Supplemental Oxygen.
What is the simple remedy in treating Hyperventilation?
By breathing normally.
Name two ways of eliminating Hyperventilation?
- By talking in a normal paced conversation.
- Breathing in a paper bag.
Define Hypoglycaemia?
Medical condition by having lower-than-normal levels of glucose/sugar in the blood.
True or False. When physically fit, we cope better with Stress, Fatigue and are more mentally alert and efficient?
True.
True or False. Sleep loss doesn’t cause a deterioration in human performance?
False.
Adequate Rest and Relaxation are important to our well-being, particularly in raising our tolerance to what?
Stress.
Define Depressants?
Drugs which depresses the functions of the central nervous system.
Name three effects of Depressants?
- Drowsiness.
- Loss of Concentration.
- Loss of Judgement.
- Loss of Memory.
- Decreased Coordination.
- Disorientation.
Name three Depressant Drugs?
- Antihistamines.
- Alcohol.
- Cannabis.
Define Stimulants?
Drugs which stimulates the functions of the central nervous system.
Name three mild Stimulants?
- Tea/Coffee.
- Cola Drinks.
- Tobacco.
Name three strong Stimulants?
- Amphetamines.
- Cocaine.
- Ecstasy.
Alcohol is absorbed directly into what?
The Bloodstream.
A small amount of Alcohol is eliminated via what?
Kidney.
90% of Alcohol is eliminated via what?
Metabolised by the Liver.
What’s the average rate of elimination of Alcohol in the human body?
10 to 15 millilitres of Alcohol per hour.
True or False. The metabolic or elimination process of alcohol is speeded up by drinking strong black coffee?
False.
Name three major organs which are impaired through Alcohol?
- The Brain.
- The Eyes.
- The Inner Ear.
Name four impaired conditions which Alcohol has on the Brain?
- Coordination.
- Reaction Time.
- Judgement.
- Comprehension.
- Attention to Detail.
- Reasoning.
- Memory.
Name two impaired conditions which Alcohol has on the Eyes?
- Double Vision.
- Difficulty in Focusing.
Name two impaired conditions which Alcohol has on the Inner Ears?
- Dizziness.
- Decreased Hearing Perception.
According to CASA, what is the minimum amount of hours after consuming Alcohol?
8 hours.
It is advised that Pilot should wait for at least how many hours after consuming Alcohol?
12 to 24 hours.
Name three poisonous substance found in Smoking?
- Nicotine.
- Tar.
- Carbon Monoxide.
Name three Coronary Risk Factors that can’t be changed?
- Increasing Age.
- Gender.
- Heredity.
Name four Coronary Risk Factors that can be changed?
- Smoking.
- High Blood Cholesterol.
- High Blood Pressure.
- Physical Inactivity.
- Obesity.
- Diabetes.
Name two other factors that can contribute to the risk of heart disease?
- Stress.
- Excessive Alcohol Consumption.
