Skills Flashcards
Describe how you would confirm that an LMA is placed correctly
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Provide 6 examples of how to avoid sub optimal pad placement and promote good skin contact when placing defibrillation pads on a patient
a
Describe the process for removing an LMA from a patient
a
Describe the process for placing an LMA in a patient
a
List 6 complications associated with the use of an LMA
a
Describe the process for placing an OPA in a patient
a
Describe the process for removing an OPA from a patient
a
Describe the process for placing an NPA in a patient
a
Describe the process for removing an NPA from a patient
a
Describe the complications associated with OPA use
a
Describe the complications associated with NPA use
a
Describe the 5 step method for interpreting an ECG
a
List the components of the Primary Survey
a
What does a pulse oximeter measure
a
What methods do you use to assess a patient’s responsiveness?
GCS, questions etc
Describe the 3 components of a triple airway manoeuvre
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What is achieved by using simple airway adjuncts?
Remove the tongue out of the way
What is physiologically achieved by doing CPR?
a
What action would you take if performing CPR and the patient’s chest is hairy and moist?
shave and dry the chest
Describe where to place the defibrillator pads on a patient’s chest
a
What are 4 major areas of safety concern when defibrillating a patient?
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