Emergency Flashcards

1
Q

If you are a second responder is code situation what should you do?

A
Activate code blue if not already done
Bring CPR back board 
Get AED and turn it on and attach to pt and follow directions 
Remove headboard 
Remove unneeded people from room
Clear clutter 
Support 1st responder
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2
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Possible emergency situations in acute care settings?

A
Or decompensation
Alterations in homeostasis 
Altered LOC
Acute resp/perfusion problems
Hemorrhage 
HF
Septic 
Choking 
Seizures
Severe drug/alcohol overdose
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3
Q

Role of LPN in code situation?

A
Knowing scope
Peripheral support
Caring for family
Gathering supplies
-chart, crash cart
Tagging in on compressions
First or second responder 
Managing other pts 
Document 
Make phone calls 
Collaboration
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4
Q

Assessment in emergency management?

A

ABCs
Knowing emergency protocol
Locating emergency cart
Identify procedure for activation of active response team

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5
Q

Planning during emergency management?

A

Support ventilation and circulation

Establish patent airway

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6
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Implementation during emergency management?

A
Admin of CPR (100-120/min)
Placing patient in recovery position 
Providing mask for ventilation
Using AED
Calling rapid response team 
Document
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7
Q

Why does it matter when pt was last seen breathing?

A

Only have 3-4 min to start life support measures

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What should you do as a first responder in a code blue?

A
Call for help and activate code blue button 
Note time 
When was pt last seen breathing?
Know pt code status, start CPR
Don't leave until code team arrives
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