First aid Flashcards
1
Q
epinephrine
A
turns off anaphylactic reactions
- causes tightening of the blood vessels which decreases swelling and increases blood pressure
- increases heart contraction which help prevents/reverse cardiovascular collapse
- relaxes the muscles around airway in the lungs which helps airways to open up
-It prevents the release of additional allergic chemicals which helps stop further reaction
2
Q
Broken bones
A
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
3
Q
Bleeds
A
Rest
Elevate
Direct pressure
