First Aid Flashcards

1
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analgesic

A

medication that relives pain

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2
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Anticonvulsants

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used to stop or lessen the intensity

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3
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CVA

A

certified vet assistant

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4
Q

Cephalic vein

A

blood travels back to the heart through the arms superficial cephalic vein from the hand forearm and arm

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5
Q

lateral recumbency

A

lying on your side

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6
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laceration

A

a deep cut or tear in the skin

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7
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pulmonary artery

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an artery that connects the heart to the lungs and carries deoxygenated blood

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8
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secondary bandage layer

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is constructed of cotton or another absorbent material that can soak up the liquid from the wound and offer some padding and support

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9
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tertiary bandage layer

A

secure other parts of the bandage

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10
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primary bandage layer

A

the inner layer in direct contact with the medication

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11
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median

A

middle

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12
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13
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femoral artery

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a significant blood vassal that runs through the lower body

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14
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sternal

A

pertaining t or located near the sternum

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15
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antibodies

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are drugs that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria

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16
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dorsal

A

refers to the back or upper side

17
Q

antihistamines

A

a medication or other substance used in treatment of allergies

18
Q

tips on moving an injured animal

A

-Handle the pet a little as possible
- handle the pet gently
- lie the pet on its side if possible or use a backboard
- minimize movement
- do not pressure on the stomach
- position the head
- cover patient with a blanket

19
Q

Restraints

A
  • Standing
  • sitting
20
Q

Recumbences

A
  • Lateral
  • Sternal
  • Dorsal
21
Q

Food poisoning

A
  • vomiting
  • lethargy
  • Bloody urine
  • seizures
22
Q

Electric Shock

A
  • Very mild shock can cause discomfort
  • Severe shock can cause internal damage to the brain, heart, lungs, and stomach. can cause twitching, muscular spasms and convulsions
23
Q

Hemorrhage

A

a profuse discharge of blood as from a raptured blood vassal

24
Q

splenic

A

supplies oxygenated blood to the spleen

25
Q

mesenteric

A

supply blood to the intestines

26
Q

renal

A

vital for your kidneys

27
Q

internal jugular

A

collects blood from the brain and the superficial parts of the face and neck

28
Q

axillary

A

conveys oxygenated blood to the lateral aspect of the thorax, the armpit, and the upper limbs

29
Q

sub clavian

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supplies to your upper body including your brain, neck, arm, and upper thorax

30
Q

aorta

A

carries blood from your heart to every organ and tissue

31
Q

pelvic

A

provides blood to the legs, pelvis, reproductive organs and other organs in the pelvic area.