medical emergencies

Question 1

What are the 4 signs of anaphylaxis?

Answer 1

1. Marked upper airway oedema and bronchospasm.
2. Tachycardia (heart rate over 100 BPM) and increased respiratory rate.
3. Symptoms of allergy (tingling lips etc.)
4. Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea.

Question 2

How would you treat anaphylaxis?

Answer 2

1. Call an ambulance.
2. Lie the pt flat and raise their feet to raise blood pressure.
3. Remove the source of anaphylaxis.
4. Administer 100% oxygen at 15 l per min through a non-rebreathe mask.
5. Administer adrenaline.

Question 3

What are the signs of angina?

Answer 3

1. A crushing pain in chest which may radiate to the shoulder.
2. Nausea / vomiting.
3. Increased respiratory rate.
4. Shortness of breath.
5. Weak pulse or low blood pressure.
6. Pale skin.

Question 4

How to treat an angina attack?

Answer 4

Administer 2 puffs of GTM spray (400 micrograms) sublingual.

Take another after 5 mins if needed.