Traumatic Injuries Flashcards
1
Q
Why does shock occur
A
Blood flow not adequate to maintain oxygen
supply
2
Q
Signs of shock
A
HR,RR up
BP down
Change in LOR
Pale, cool, clammy
3
Q
Tx for shock
A
Treat injury Feet elevated 10-12 inches Keep warm Give fluids if they can drink themselves Evac (will NOT get better without professional care)
4
Q
Injuries that need a pressure-free dressing
A
Open eye injury
Suspected skull fracture
Open fracture
Embedded foreign object that cannot be removed in field
5
Q
How to make a pressure-free dressing
A
Doughnut-shaped object, or create with bandage.
