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Medical Emergencies Flashcards

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Signs of Heat Exhaustion

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Rapid shallow breathing
Weak pulse
Cool clammy skin

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Signs of Heat Stroke

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Deep shallow breathing
Rapid pulse
Dry hot skin
Little or no perspiration

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First Aid for Heat Exhaustion

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Move to cool place
Keep at rest
Remove clothing to cool without chilling
Give water with salt or electrolyte fluid
Treat for shock
Call EMS if unconscious or no rapid recovery

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First Aid for Heat Stroke

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Remove from heat
Cool rapidly in any manner
Monitor vital signs
Treat for shock
Activate EMS
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Signs of Hypothermia

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Shivering
Blue lips
Cold skin
Slurred speech
Drowsiness
Fumbling hands
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First Aid for Hypothermia

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Move to warm environment
Remove wet clothing
Give warm sugary liquids
Monitor ABC's
Activate EMS
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Signs of Frostbite

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White blotchy skin

Numbness at site

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First Aid for Frostbite

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Immobilize affected area
Wrap in loose, dry bandage
Re-warm SLOWLY
Separate toes or fingers with gauze

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First Aid for Burns

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Superficial = Cool water, dry sterile dressing.
Partial/Full Thickness = Cool water, dry sterile dressing, treat for shock.
Internal Burns = Monitor breathing, place in position of comfort.
Chemical Burns = If dry, brush off before using water; if wet, flush with water.

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Signs of Hyperglycemia

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Gradual onset
Dry mouth and intense thirst
Abdominal pain
Confusion
Dry, red, warm skin
Breath smells of acetone
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First Aid for Hyperglycemia

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Offer sugar/candy under tongue, OJ

Transport to medical facility

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Signs of Hypoglycemia

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Rapid onset
Dizziness, headache
Hostile/aggressive behavior that could mimic intoxication
Rapid pulse
Intense hunger
Skin is pale, cold, and clammy
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First Aid for Hypoglycemia

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Offer sugar, candy, or OJ
No liquids if patient unconscious
Turn head to side or place on side

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Signs of Seizure

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Sudden unconsciousness
Falling, rigid muscles, jerky movements
Loss of bladder control, drooling

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First Aid for Seizure

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Remove hazards
Place in position of recovery after seizure over
Monitor ABC’s
Allow to rest
Call EMS if: remans unconscious, multiple seizures, traumatic injury, first seizure, child seizure

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Signs of Stroke

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Headache, confusion, dizziness
Paralysis of one side of body
Numbness (usually one side)
Impaired speech

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First Aid for Stroke

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Ensure open airway
Keep calm
Monitor vitals
Conscious = semi-reclined
Unconscious = Position of recovery
18
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Signs of Cardiac Emergency

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Radiating chest pain
Chest pain > 10 minutes
Nausea
Sweating

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First Aid for Cardiac Emergency

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Activate EMS
Monitor vitals
Reassure and keep calm
Place in position of recovery
Ensure open airway
Suggest 81mg chewable aspirin
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Signs of Respiratory Emergency

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Difficulty breathing
Shortness of breath
Dizziness, faintness
Restlessness or anxiety

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First Aid for Respiratory Emergency

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Activate EMS
Monitor airway
Assist with RX
Place in position of comfort

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Signs of Ingestion and Poisoning

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Sudden pain/illness
Burns around lips/mouth
Nausea, vomiting
Heavy breathing/shortness of breath

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First Aid for Ingestion or Poisoning

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Ensure safe scene
Monitor ABC's
Activate EMS
Place in position of recovery
Remove stinger
Keep calm
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Signs of Anaphylactic Shock

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Skin burning, itching
Difficult breathing
Rapid or weak pulse
Blue lips
Swelling of tongue or face
25
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First Aid for anaphylactic shock

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Remove stinger/identify source
Assist victim with prescribed "Epi-pen"
Treat for shock
Cold pack on affected area
Alert poison control and EMS
26
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Signs of Brown Spider Bite

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Pain
Rash
Blister at bite site

27
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First Aid for Brown Spider Bite

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Ice area

Get to doctor ASAP

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First Aid for Marine Stings

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Notify EMS if unknown type of sting

Apply heat

29
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First Aid for Snakebite Emergency

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Allow to bleed 30-60 seconds
Clean area thoroughly
Apply pressure and immobilize
Activate EMS/get to hospital ASAP
Identify snake
No food/drink
Remain calm

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