Protocols Flashcards
Bradycardia is less than?
50 bpm
Atropine dose for Brady patients?
0.5 mg IV adult
Max of 3mg
.02 mg/kg for pediatric
Max of .5mg
Omit atropine in?
2nd or 3rd degree blocks.
Digitalis toxicity joule setting?
5-20 joules
Dosage for synchronized cardiovert for afib and irregular SVT?
120-200j
A flutter and regular SVT synchronized cardio version dosage?
50-100j
Drops per minute formula
Volume/minutes * by drop factor ex. 60gtts/min
Defibrillation for pediatric pulseless patient?
2j/kg
What should be monitored when using restraints?
Spo2 and EKG
What is required on DNR form?
Original or copy on yellow paper with black “DNR” written, patient identification and signed by patients doctor.
Can a DNR expire?
Never
How can a DNR be revoked?
In writing, destruction of or failure to present form or verbally.
What are the 4 presumptive signs of death?
Pulseless, apneic, unresponsive, fixed dilated pupils (F.U.P.A)
What are the 4 signs of death?
Rigor mortis, liver mortis, tissue decomposition and injuries incompatible with life
Can resuscitation be stopped once started?
Yes, if presented with DNR or doctors orders
What are required to cease resuscitation in the field?
Medical direction along with advanced airway, drugs and shock given
Minimum rehab time?
15 min
What is required if presentation in rehab is abnormal for 15min?
ALS treatment
What is an abnormal rehab HR?
+120
What CO levels require immediate transport
25%+
Who has the final say on landing zone suitability?
Pilot in charge PIC
How far away do obstacles need to be?
Anything 40+ feet need to be 100+ feet away
What must be worn when approaching a helicopter?
Full PPE
Can you use road flairs for helicopter?
No
What are MCI levels
1= 5-10
2= 11-20
3= 21-100
4= 101-1000
5= 1000+
What is assessed during MCI?
RPM= Respirations, Pulse and mentation
What Jump start triage Black?
No resp and no pulse, no resp with pulse after 5 breaths
What equipment is needed for ped cric?
14g, 15mm adapter from small tube. 10cc
What solution is placed on patient prior to performing cric?
Provodine- Iodine swab
What is age cutoff for safe haven for newborns?
7 days
What questions should be asked of parent during safe haven event?
Only medically pertinent questions
What needs to be done immediately after safe haven event?
Create a run, complete a report, transport to hospital and notify Safe Haven for Newborns
When do you notify DLE during safe haven event?
In cases of obvious abuse
What is fall height for level 2 trauma?
Adult = 12ft
Ped= 6ft
GCS eye response score?
4 spontaneous, 3 Verbal, 2 Pain, 1 none
GCS Verbal score
5 oriented, 4 confused, 3 inappropriate, 2 Garbled, 1 none
GCS motor score
6 obeys, 5 Localizes, 4 withdraws, 3 Flexion, 2 extension, 1 none
What race is a stroke alert?
greater than 0
What does adding __ symbol to race score mean? ** couldnt read the symbol on the actual paper **
High possibility of Large vessel occlusion
How do you measure a rigid suction catheter?
From earlobe to corner of mouth
In what direction do you perform a incision for cric
First vertical and then Secondly horizontal
Where do you perform a needle decompression
2 or 3rd intercostal space