NEW MOD #4 STUDY GUIDE #5 Flashcards
1
Q
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING?
A
Headache, Ddizziness, Weakness, Upset Stomach, Vomiting, Chest Pain, and Confusion. CM symptoms are often described as “flu-like.
2
Q
HOW DO WE TREAT CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING?
A
OXYGEN, NON-REBREATHER 15 LITERS
3
Q
WHAT IS THE MOST FREQUENT ROUTE FOR POISONING?
A
INGESTION
4
Q
WHY ARE PRIMARY ASSESSMENTS IMPORTANT?
A
THEY DETERMINE ANY LIFE THREATENING CONDITIONS THAT MIGHT BE GOING ON WITH THE PATIENT.
5
Q
TYPE ONE DIABETES?
A
THE BODY DOES NOT PRODUCE INSULIN.
6
Q
TYPE TWO DIABETES?
A
THE BODY DOES NOT RESPOND TO INSULIN.
