Trauma Flashcards

1
Q

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indication of head inj

A

increasing bl pressure, decreasing HR, unequal pupils

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2
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indication of spinal injury (low cervical/high thoracic):

A

diaphragmatic breathing

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3
Q

use what kind of move for a MVC patient with probably spinal injs:

emergency move
rapid extraction technique

A

an emerg move would mean using a blanket/drag situation, and poses a risk to the spine.

use the rapid extraction procedure

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4
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open soft tissues:

A

avulsion

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5
Q

Unresp drowning victim treatment:
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A

CPR at 30:2 while assistant dries the ptnt

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6
Q

if u are first unit on scene for multiple casualty incident:

A

formally establish command after assessment unit safety

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7
Q

term for diving injuries due to changes in pressure. hint, NOT ‘the bends’:

A

barotrauma

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8
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immobilize pelvic ring fracture with signs of shock;

A

pneumatic anti shock garment (PSAG) as it will also help with hemorrhage

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9
Q

apply manual stablilization of an unresp trauma patient when in the process:

A

after assessing patients mental status

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