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Sonia's Ep's Flashcards

0
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Declaration of a state of emergency?

A

The flight crew will contact the cabin crew using one of the following ..
First: emergency call button causing the emergency call light to flash red with accompanying chime.
Second : PA ..would the cabin crew report to the flight deck immediately
Third : As back up …chime button…six hi low chimes ( 3 pushes )

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What does NITS stand for?

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N = Nature of emergency
I = Intentions   Captains intended plan
T = Time remaining until impact and next communication
S = Specific instructions to cabin crew
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3 types of evacuations:

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Unprepared
Prepared
Precautionary disembarkation

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Silent review - OLDABC

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O = operation of exits
L = location of equipment 
D = drill
A = able bodied pax and pax requiring assistance 
B = brace position and signal
C = commands
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DRSABC

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D = danger ( hazards risk safety)
R = Response ( unconscious )
S = Send ( help )
A = airway
B = breathing
C = compressions
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Emergency lighting consists of:

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Red/white floor stripes on right hand side, both sides on 400
Exits lights/signs
Ceiling lights
Exterior escape path lights (egress)

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6
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Hypoxia / 3 levels

Mild

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Mild...
. fatigue
. feeling of warmth
. listlessness and vague distress, 
. lack of concentration 
. Reduced performance
. Dizzy and blurred vision
. Headache
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Hypoxia / moderate

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. Mood swings and confusion 
. Breathlessness
. Invulnerability
. Euphoria
. Blueness in fingertips and lips ( cyanosis)
. Tachycardia ( rapid heartbeat)
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Hypoxia / Severe

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. Blue pallor of skin
. Loss of consciousness
. Twitching of limbs
. Convulsions

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Aim of first aid / 4 p’s

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To preserve life
To protect the unconscious
To prevent the condition worsening
To promote recovery

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10
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Decompression sickness is known as:

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Gas bubble formation and “the bends”

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Signs and symptoms of decompression sickness:

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Dull ache that increases to a deep constant pain around the large joints, particularly the knees, shoulders or elbows
Skin tingling (crawls) burning rash sensation
Headache
Body weakness numbness
Chest tightness
Dizzy and feeling faint
Collapse

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12
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Ice packs must not left on a area for longer than:

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20 mins

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13
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Recovery from hypoxia is rapid when given oxygen what may happen after oxygen is given :

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A sudden onset on dizziness may happen, but will pass quickly

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What must be done on descent for the ear:

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Pressure on the ear cannot equalise because of the non return valve in the ear …so venting of the Middle ear must be done

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15
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Venting can be done by :

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Swallowing
Yawning
Chewing
Blowing nose while holding nostrils

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16
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Sinus pain may also be felt in the :

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Teeth
Jaw
Or a tooth ache

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17
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Gas pain (gastrointestinal tract) can also lead to

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Lowered blood pressure
Go into shock
Immediate descent is required for relief

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18
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Pax should not fly after abdominal head or chest surgery within how many days:

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14 days

19
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is also known as :

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Heart and lung resuscitation ( Cpr)
Cardio means …of the heart
Pulmonary means … Of the lungs

20
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Alert PA

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Attention all pax remain seated and await further instructions

21
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Cancel alert PA

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Ladies and gentlemen, Thank you for your cooperation. Please remain seated. Cabin crew resume normal duties.

22
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Precautionary disembarkation PA

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Ladies and gentlemen, this is the captain speaking. It is necessary to disembark the A/C as a precaution. This will occur through the main entry door. When instructed to do so, leave the A/C as quickly as possible. Leave all your belongings behind. Do not use your mobile. Do not smoke. Please leave the A/C now.

23
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Evacuation PA

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Attention, evacuate, evacuate.

24
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Commands used in precautionary disembarkation must be :

A 
Loud and slow
Authoritative / assertive
Concise and repetitive 
Typical commands like ...leave everything behind
.....Come this way OR Go forward
25
Q

What is the primary duty of all aircrew:

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To ensure the safety of passengers.

26
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Important situations that warrant sterile flight deck interruptions via the inter phone are:

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Fire/ burning odours/ smoke
Medical emergency
Unusual noise or vibration
Fuel or other fluid leakages
Exit door ajar or air noise
Extreme temp change
Suspicious unclaimed bags or package
Any other condition that seems abnormal or that the cabin crew believes the captain should know about
27
Q

Fitting an infant life jacket

A

Place infants arms through armholes
Clip buckles at back and tighten straps
When exiting aircraft pull toggles to inflate

28
Q

Serviceability of the laerdal pocket mask

A

Present and sealed

Mask and gloves

29
Q

Emergency lighting lasts for

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20 mins

30
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Who is responsible for the survival beacon

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All crew

31
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Assessment of threat: crew should be asking themselves are:

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Is anyone likely to get hurt or killed?
Is an assault on the flight deck possible or likely?
Can the flight attendants control the disturbance?

32
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LRBL = least risk bomb location

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200-300 - the baggage compartment, left hand side against the cargo door
400 - against the right hand aft service door

33
Q

Predicted survival times for a lightly clothed adult in 10 c water is :

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No life jacket - treading water - 2 hours
Life jacket - swimming - 2 hours
Life jacket - HELP method - 4 hours

34
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H E LP - heat escape lessening posture

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This position is to ensure that survivors retain body heat by remaining motionless with head out of water.

This posture will double the survival time.
The inner sides of arms are held tight to the sides of the chest and the thighs are raised to close off the groin region.
The head is above the water.

35
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Consumption of alcohol before entering the water increases:

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The cooling rate of the body and hastens death.

36
Q

ELT is a

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Emergency locator transmitter.
It is orange in colour located in the tail section of aircraft, lasts for 48 hours. Runs off battery power.
The controls are located in the flight deck.

37
Q

FAST acronym for a stroke:

A

F - face ..has mouth drooped
A - arms ..can they lift both arms
S - speech ..is their speech slurred
T - time is critical seek medical help immediately

38
Q

Gas expansion and bubble formation is due to

A

Air pressure gases expanding

39
Q

Recognition of symptoms of an allergic reaction

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Swelling of throat and tongue - difficult to swallow
Swelling red skin
Itching
Strange metallic taste 
Sudden feeling weakness
Increased heart rate ( tachycardia)
Abdominal pain and nausea
Collapse and unconscious
40
Q

Pale cold clammy skin may be symptoms for

A

SHOCK

41
Q

Precautions when using PBE

Protective breathing equipment

A

Do not damage neck seal or interfere once on …this could allow smoke into hood
Ensure hair is tucked into hood
Heavy loses in respiration circuit can occur when mask is not fitted correctly a build up of CO2 build up may occur
Don’t expose to flame or fire
Do not use water to cool device
Treat as a dangerous good

42
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Commands used in precautionary disembarkation should be :

A

Loud and slow
Authoritative/ assertive
Concise and repetitive
Type of commands may be “ leave everything behind”
“Come this way or Go forward “
The command EVacUAte must not be used unless upgrade is essential

43
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Post precautionary disembarkation

A 
Cabin crew are to check the AC 
Assist pax away from AC
Get pax to a safe location clear of active runway
Count POB pill
Enforce no smoking or use phones
Look after disabled pax or UM's
Await emergency services
44
Q

3 types of decompression

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Explosive
Sudden
Gradual

45
Q

Dangerous goods are classified into

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1 - 9 hazard classes

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