Emergency Response Flashcards
1
Q
The Emergency Assessment is divided into which three components?
A
- Primary
- Secondary
- Ongoing
2
Q
What is included in the primary assessment?
A
Assessment of:
- ABCs (Airway, Breathing, and Circulation)
- Identification of severe bleeding
3
Q
What is included in the Secondary Assessment?
A
A more in-depth examination for further injuries to the neurologic, musculoskeletal and other body systems.
4
Q
What is included in the Ongoing Assessment?
A
- The injured athlete is rechecked for any changes in physical or mental status, and adjustments to care are made.
5
Q
What are the four basic categories when assessing level of consciousness?
A
- Alert; able to respond
- Verbal; responds only to verbal commands
- Painful; responds only to painful stimuli
- Unresponsive
6
Q
What are some key injuries to look for when assessing if the athlete is breathing independently?
A
- Flail Chest
- Paradoxical Rib Movements
- Sucking Chest Wound
7
Q
What is the first step in assessing an unresponsive athlete?
A
- Determine if the Airway is blocked
8
Q
At what points on the athletes body should circulation be assessed?
A
- Carotid on neck
- Radial at wrist
