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Day 6 First Aid Training Flashcards

1
Q

What are the priorities of first aid

A

Check safety
Do no harm
Preserve life
Alleviate suffering
Prevent worsening
Promote recovery

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2
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What are the first aid duties, and in which order

A

Assess-identify-give-treatment-monitor-report

Repeat

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3
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Who can prescribe drugs to PAX

A

NOT CC
only doctors can prescribe drugs
Or PAX can take their own medication

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4
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What is the general procedure regarding ‘seriously ill’ pax

A

Inform FD
Assess acroding to BLS algorithm
Find medical personnel

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5
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What is the first aid team made up of

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-2first aiders
-1communicator
-At least 1 that keeps an eye on situation, looks after other pax

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6
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What should you ask a doctor that you have asked for help

A

Their medical qualifications

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7
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What things may the CMD do during a medical issue

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Decision of:diversion/pax disembarkation
Contact doctor on ground for assistance
Order ambulance

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8
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When should a report of a medical incident to airport be made

A

Maximum 24 hours

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9
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What aspects cabin environment make a medical incident more likely to occur or aggravate existing conditions

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-low air pressure
-Low humidity (dehydration)
-air quality
-exposure to alcohol

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10
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How much water should be drunk per hour on a plane

A

At least 200 ml

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11
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What is the humidity inside aircraft cabin

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10-20%
Average 12%

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12
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What are symptoms of mild dehydration

A

Headache
dizziness
Irritated/ sore eyes, throat, nose
Dry skin

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13
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What are symptoms of severe dehydration

A

Increased heart, breathing rate
Unconscious
Muscle weakness

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14
Q

How much will sense of taste be reduced at altitude

A

30%

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15
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What things may cause hypoxia, state internal and external factors

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Internal:lung and heart issues, bleeding, shock choking

External:lack of oxygen in air

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16
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What may be symptoms of hypoxia

A

Rapid breathing
Difficulty with speaking
Cyanosis ( bluish grey ) lips, fingertips
Anxiety
Headache
Nausea
Euphoria
Inability to perform simple tasks
Fatigue

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17
Q

How can hypoxia be treated

A

Supply O2

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18
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Factors that contribute to hypoxia tolerance:

A

-fatigue
-physical exertion
-alcohol
-night time

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19
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How should hyperventilation NOT be treated

A

Administering oxygen
Breathing through bag

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20
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What is barotrauma

A

Damage/pain/pressure to ear due to pressure differences in and out

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21
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What conditions may increase the likelihood of barotrauma

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Blocked sinuses

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22
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How should mild barotrauma be treated

A

Yawning
Equalising
Chewing

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23
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What should be actions in case of severe barotrauma, eardrums burst

A

DO NOT block bleeding from ear
Inform FD, who will likely commence diversion
Ask FD for gradual descent

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24
Q

By how much may trapped gases in stomach expand during a flight

A

25-30%

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25
Q

What may be symptoms of decompression sickness

A

-vertigo
-confusion
-dizziness
-nausea
-joint pain
-skin irritation
-visual disturbances

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26
Q

A scuba diver has dove 12 metres underwater, how long must they wait before flying

A

At least 48 hours

<10 m: 24 hours
>10 m: 48 hours

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27
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A scuba diver has dove 4 metres underwater, how long must they wait before flying

A

At least 24 hours

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28
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How should decompression sickness be treated

A

Provide O2
Lower altitude
Consider diversion
Hospitalise, use hyperbaric chamber

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29
Q

Where should PAX with nausea be seated

A

Front of plane
Less movement

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30
Q

Explain BAP

A

Brain
Airways
Pulse

31
Q

How do you test consciousness

A

Awake, aware
Verbal stimuli
Pressure, pain stimuli
Unconscious

32
Q

How do you prevent an unconscious person choking on tongue

A

Chin lift
Jaw thrust if suspected spine damage

33
Q

How can you tell if someone is breathing

A

Look:chest moving?
Feel:breath
Hear:breath

34
Q

How often should someone breath every 10 secs

A

2 or more

35
Q

When do you start CPR

A

If person not breathing (less than 2 breaths per 10seconds)
Abnormal breathing

36
Q

After how many minutes without oxygen will the brain experience brain damage

A

3-5

37
Q

After how many minutes without oxygen will the brain experience brain death

A

7-8

38
Q

What are the 4 vital signs

A

Breathing rate
Skin colour
Body temp
Pulse

39
Q

What is the acceptable breathing rate of INF, child and adult

A

Adult-12 to 20/min
Child:20 to 30
INF: 30-50

40
Q

What will cyanosis indicate

A

Low O2 saturation in blood,

41
Q

What should be the core body temperature of a person

A

37 C

42
Q

What will cyanosis in light, dark and yellow skinned people look like

A

White:blue
Dark:grey white
Yellow:grey green

43
Q

What is the acceptable range of pulse of adult child and INF

A

Adult 60-100
Child 70-140
INF 90-150

44
Q

SAMPLE assessment is

A

Symptoms, signs
Allergies
Medications
Previous medical history
Last thing consumed
Events beforehand

45
Q

What abbreviation is used for pain assessment

A

Words to describe Paine
Intensity
Location
Duration
Alleviating/aggravating

46
Q

What external signs may indicate someone’s condition

A

-medication
-bracelet, tattoo
-medical certificate
-smartphone, medical IDs

47
Q

What is an RPD and POD

A

Respiratory personal device

Portable oxygen container

48
Q

What is the purpose of the recovery position

A

-opens airways
-allows liquids to drain from mouth
-stable position

49
Q

How do you treat for asthma

A

-inhaler
-provide oxygen-high flow
-coach through breathing

50
Q

Why may you seek medical assistance after an asthma attack

A

-1st asthma attack
-2nd dose of inhlaler ineffective
-symptoms getting worse

51
Q

What is COPD, how do you tread

A

Chronic, obstructive pulmonary disease
Treat like asthma

52
Q

How should you treat allergic reactions

A

Remove allergen
Take medication
After 5-10 mins symptoms not improving take 2nd dose
Give O2

Get medical help if
If sever symptoms showing
No improvement to symptoms

53
Q

What acronym is used to diagnose stroke

A

Face
Arms
Speech
Time

54
Q

How should a stroke be treated

A

Raise legs
Provide O2
Land

55
Q

Why should a stroke victim not be given food

A

May have lost control of digestive system, cause choking

56
Q

What is the procedure for a seizure adult

A

Mild:
Calm patient
Note time
Remove dangerous objects nearby
Tay with them until recovery

Severe
Same as mild +
Seek doctor
Pad areas around them
Loosen tight clothing

57
Q

When should you seek medical help during a seizure

A

If first seizure
Seizure lasts >5 mins
Unconscious for >10 mins
If seizure repeats
Symptoms worsen

58
Q

How should febral seizures be treated

A

-remove excess clothing
-Turn off air vents
-cool baby

59
Q

What are symptoms of heart attack

A

Chest pain
Breathlessness
Dizziness

60
Q

How should heart attacks be approached

A

Position semi-seated
Find doctor
Allow use of heart medication
Use Aspirin
Nitroglycerin
O2 high flow

61
Q

When dealing with a DVT, should you encourage the PAX to move? Why

A

NO-this may dislodge the clot and travel to heart and longs causing further damage eg. Embolism

62
Q

What is shock

A

A state where the body cannot provide enough blood or nutrients to tissue

63
Q

What is hypovolemia

A

LOW VOLUME IN TISSUE
Loss of fluid, due to
Vomiting, diarrhoea, bleeding

64
Q

How should shock be treated

A

Treat cause of shock
Hypovolemic:stop bleeding
Hypoglycemic:give sugary drink
Allergic reaction:EpiPen
Severe Burns-dehydration:keep warm

65
Q

How should a person experiencing shock be positioned

A

Lay flat on ground, legs raised
Loosen tight clothing
Keep warm
Provide O2

66
Q

What should be done after discovering fainted person

A

Check breathing
Open airways
Place in recovery position
Lower cabin temp
Once awake advise to stay lied down
Sit up slowly once conscious
Determine cause of faint
Provide sugary drink
Minitor

67
Q

The concentration of WHAT chemical in the blood cannot be regulated by a diabetic person

A

Sugar, glucose

68
Q

How does insulin affect blood sugar levels

A

Reduces

69
Q

Should a hyperglycaemic person take insulin?

A

YES,
hypo, NO

70
Q

Why should you prepare an isotonic drink

A

Replenish lost glucose and salts

71
Q

How should you make an isotonic drink

A

1 L of H2O with
1 teaspoons salt
5 teaspoons sugar

72
Q

During a childbirth, how should you ‘pay attention to hygiene’

A

Wearing gloves

73
Q

How should a mother giving birth be positioned

A

Grasping knees

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