First Test

Question 1

Partial Pressure Equation

Answer 1

Partial Pressure (PO2) = Total Pressure (PB) x % Oxygen

Question 2

A condition that interrupts the flow of oxygen into the lungs.

Answer 2

Hypoxic Hypoxia

Question 3

Where do you have NO SYMPTOMS?

Answer 3

Danger Zone

Question 4

The condition that interferes with the normal metabolic activity of O2 in Body (Brain) cells.

Answer 4

Histotoxic Hypoxia

Question 5

The condition that interferes with he ability of the blood cells to transport oxygen.

Answer 5

Hypemic Hypoxia

Question 6

What is 200 times more attractive to Red Blood Cells then Oxygen?

Answer 6

Carbon Monoxide

Question 7

The condition that interferes with the normal circulation of the blood arriving at cells.

Answer 7

Stagnant Hypoxia

Question 8

Subjective Stagnant Symptoms

Answer 8

Air Hunger
Headache
Nausea
Hot & Cold Flashes
Euphoria
Tingling
Numbness
Vision Issues

Question 9

Objective Stagnant Signs

Answer 9

Mental Confusion
Increase in rate and depth of breathing Cyanosis
Poor Judgment

Question 10

If you start thinking/doing something that doesn’t make sense, what do you do?

Answer 10

Get on Oxygen!!!

Question 11

The time from exposure to hypoxic conditions until an individual is no longer able to manage safe operations.

Answer 11

Effective Performance Time

Question 12

Effective Performance Time

Answer 12

The time from exposure to hypoxic conditions until an individual is no longer able to manage safe operations.

Question 13

Stagnant Hypoxia

Answer 13

The condition that interferes with the normal circulation of the blood arriving at cells.

Question 14

Effective Performance Times

• FL 180
• FL 250
• FL 350
• FL 500 & Above

Answer 14

• 20 to 30 minutes
• 3 to 5 minutes
• 30 to 60 seconds
• 9 to 12 seconds

Question 15

Effective Performance Time reduced 30% to 50% after what?

Answer 15

Rapid Decompression

Question 16

Treatment for Hypoxia

Answer 16

• 100% Oxygen w/pressure
• Return Rate and Depth of Breathing to Normal
• Check Connections
• Descend Below 10,000ft - tend to passengers

Question 17

The loss of carbon dioxide exceeds the body’s production of CO2.

Answer 17

Hyperventilation

Question 18

Hyperventilation

Answer 18

The loss of carbon dioxide exceeds the body’s production of CO2.

Question 19

Subjective Hyperventilation Symptoms

Answer 19

• Tingling
• Nausea
• Light Headedness
• Dizziness
• Faintness
• Visual Problems

Question 20

Objective Hyperventilation Signs

Answer 20

• Muscle Twitching
• Cold, Clammy Skin
• Muscle Tetany
• Paleness
• Unconsciousness

Question 21

Panic Control

Answer 21

• Focus on life-saving actions

- Rely on training/muscle-memory

Question 22

Panic Management 101

Answer 22

• Tactical Breathing
• Practice visualization/desensitization
• Talk yourself through
• Stay outwardly focused/Never give up

Question 23

Ear Block Treatment

Answer 23

• Clearing procedures
• move jaw and swallow at the same time
• Chewing Gum
• Yawning

Question 24

Valsalva Maneuver

Answer 24

• Pinch nose off
• Keep mouth closed
• Increase pressure in mouth
• Don’t puff out cheeks
• Tilt head if one ear slow

Question 25

S.C.R.E.A.M

Answer 25

S - Supply
C - Connections
R - Regulator
E - Emergency Equipment
A - Adjustments of the Mask
M - Mask Condition

Question 26

FAA Requirements for Portable Breathing Equipment

Answer 26

• FAR Part 91.211
• Unpressurized aircraft
• 12,500 and 14,000 for more than 30 minutes
• 14,000
• 15,000 provide it for passengers if the cabin exceeds 15,000

Question 27

What needs an air-tight seal to operate properly?

Answer 27

Quick Don Mask