Physiology Of Flight Flashcards

1
Q

What is atmosphere

A

Oxygen, carbon dioxide, rain,

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2
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Effects of altitude on temperature

A

As altitude increases, temp decreases

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3
Q

How high can a person survive

A

10,000ft

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4
Q

Cabin altitude

A

Around 5000 feet

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5
Q

How does aircraft pressurisation work

A

Air from the engines is pumped through air conditioning packs and up into the cabin

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6
Q

Hypoxia definition

A

Reduced oxygen

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7
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Hypoxia contributing causes

A

Heart conditions, respiratory illness,blood disorders, heavy smokers and drug and alcohol uses

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Symptoms of hypoxia

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Breathless, sleepiness, difficulty in concentrating, indifference,unwarranted self confidence, increased pulse rate

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9
Q

Hypoxia visible signs

A

Blue lips and finger tips

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10
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Effects of pressure changes

A

Trapped gases expand or extract with cabin pressure

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11
Q

Where can gas be trapped

A

Ears,sinuses,abdomen, teeth

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12
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Decompression sickness symptom

A

Joint pain, chest pain,visual impairment,mental impairment,collapse

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13
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Types of decompression

A

Explosive, sudden, gradual

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