Day 2 Flashcards

1
Q

3 reasons to stabilise

A

To immobilise vehicle
To provide a solid platform
To prevent further injury to casualty

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2
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What is emergency Stabilisation

A

Crew holds vehicle still

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3
Q

Why do we maintain Stabilisation

A

Chocks may be accidentally kicked

Suspension gets lighter as parts are removed

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4
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3 time related rescues

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Immediately (carry out life saving actions)
Rapid (medical needs of casualty requires extrication ASAP)
Urgent (fully controlled and resourced extrication)

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5
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What is initial access

A

Asap
Usually done by casualtys care
Obvious method of entry.
Window furthest if nothing available

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6
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Define rapid extrication?

A

Casualty free from entrapment
Put in place ASAP.
Confirmed by all parties.

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7
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When to use rapid route

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Casualty shows no sign of life
Sudden deterioration of cas
Dangers
Docter order

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8
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Controlled release?

A

Perform primary and trauma survey
Create space around casualty
Carfully remove controlled movement

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9
Q

3 types of glass management

A

Controlled breakage
Leave in situ
Controlled removal

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10
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What is a passive system?

A
In place prior to collision
Power steering
ABS
Traction control. 
Moving headlights
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11
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Whst is an active system?

A

Airbags
Side impact bars
Seatbelts pretensioners
Active headrest

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12
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Types of glass

A

Laminate

Tampered

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