Environmental Flashcards
1
Q
Indicators of a poor prognosis for submersion/Drowning
A
Age: < 3 Submersion > 5-10 min Duration of resusc >25 min Hypothermia Severe acidosis GCS 3 Unreactive pupils Asystole Need for prolonged CPR in the ED
2
Q
List six signs or symptoms concerning for upper airway thermal injury
A
Oral pharyngeal swelling/edema Strider Respiratory distress Facial burns Drooling Hoarseness Carbonaceous sputum Singed nasal hairs Soot in the oropharynx
3
Q
What are two clinical features and one laboratory feature for cyanide toxicity [Prompting treatment]
A
Cardiovascular instability
Altered mental status
Serum lactate >10
4
Q
Treatment of choice for cyanide toxicity
A
Hydroxocobalamin [B12]
5
Q
Six factors determining the severity of electrical injury
A
Resistance of skin/mucosa/internal structures Type of current [AC versus DC] Frequency of the current Intensity Duration of contact Pathway taken by the current
