Positional Asphyxia, Fainting , Drowning Flashcards

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What is positional asphyxia

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Condition that occurs when persons position causes their breathing to be restricted

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When does it occurs?

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  • Commonly in small infants who find themselves in position where their airways are restricted and are unable to reposition themselves
  • This can occur in adults either by an accident for example being stuck in a difficult position
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What are the warning signs of positional asphyxia?

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○ Difficulty breathing

○ Feeling sick/ nauseous

○ Obvious distension of the veins in their neck

○ A change in behaviour either becomes more or less resistant

○ Becomes limp or unresponsive

○ Loss of consciousness

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What courses fainting

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→ A sudden drop in blood pressure

→ A sudden change in position

→ Dehydration

→ Stress or fear

→ Poison or alcohol

→ Heat

Pain

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What’s the management before fainting?

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  1. lie them down on their back and raise their legs, increasing the blood supply to their brain
  2. If refusing to lie down keep a close eye incuse they collapse. Guide them gently down onto the ground
  3. Once on the ground they can be placed into recovery position
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What to look for at the arrival of a scene

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○ Does the casualty appear conscious or unconscious?

○ If conscious do they appear in pain or are they demonstrating signs of an altered mental status?

○ Is there blood present or any signs of violence?

○ Is medication in casualty’s hand or laying nearby?

○ Is the casualty wearing a medial bracelet or necklace?

  • Based on the location of the circumstances is there a high risk of alcohol and or illicit drugs being involved?
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What are the signs and symptoms of drowning?

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○ Pale, cool skin

○ Absent, rapid or laboured breathing

○ Absent or decreased level of consciousness

○ Coughing, wheezing, spluttering

  • Cyanosis (bluish colour around lips)
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what breathing difficulties can be experienced during Respiratory Distress?

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→ Being short of breath

→ Being unable to take deep breaths and gasping for air

  • Feeling like you are not getting enough air
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