Medical Conditions Flashcards
Heart attack steps
Call for help, position them, give aspirin
Heart attack symptoms
Central chest pain, which may spread to the arms/jaw/back/abdomen. Does not ease or go away. Shortness of breath Casualty becomes pale and sweaty Fear and anxiety Irregular or weak pulse
Heart attack position
W
W position
Sitting up with something under the knees to raise them
Heart attack medication
300mg aspirin if possible
Cardiac arrest during heart attack
Perform CPR
Anaphylaxis
Life threatening full body allergy attack
Anaphylaxis steps
Call ambulance, epipen, position, reassure
Anaphylaxis position
If going into shock, lay down and raise feet, if not keep them comfortable
FAST (stroke)
Face, arms, speech, time (to call 911)
Signs of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)
Increased thirst and urination Drowsiness and fatigue Dry and warm skin A ‘fruity’ smell on the breath Unconsciousness
Hyperglycemia steps
Get medical attention
Hypoglycemia signs
Irritability Confusion / irrational behaviour which is out of character Weakness and drowsiness Clammy skin Reducing level of consciousness
Hypoglycemia steps
Give them sugar, call ambulance if unconscious
Seizure steps
Clear area, pad under neck, call 911, note how long it lasts and any gaps
Post seizure steps
Check for breathing for 10 seconds
Post seizure breathing
Roll them into recovery position
Post seizure not breathing
Start CPR
Asthma steps
Make them comfortable, find medication, help them use it, provide reassurance
