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Types of first aid kits and contents Flashcards

1
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What are white first aid kits used for?

A

Emergency use only

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2
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What must happen once an item is used in a first aid kit or biohazard kit?

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Item and quantity must be recorded in the cabin defect log book. Will be replenished when it goes below the minimum number.

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What is the PDI for both first aid kits and the biohazard kit?

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Pre-Departure Inspection
Seal is intact - has not been opened
Stowage - correctly placed in its location
Quantity - correct amount of kits are in place

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4
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How many white FAK should there be on an aircaft?

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One

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5
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What are the three types of bandages? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
Gauze conforming - Used to hold all types of dressings, designed to mould itself to the area
Crepe bandage - Supports strains and weak joints
Triangular bandage (WFAK ONLY) - Used as large dressings or slings
Wound dressing - Reduce the risk of infection, help the would heal quickly

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What are plasters used for? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
Protects wounds from dirt and bacteria

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7
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What are burn dressings and ointment used for? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
Absorbs fluid from the burn, avoids maceration and seals the wound to reduce pain and infection.

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What are antiseptic wipes used for? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
Easy clean a wound + disposable

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9
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What is tape used for? Where is it found?

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White FAK only
Pressure-sensitive adhesive tape used to hold a dressings to a wound

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10
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What are safety pins used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Fasten fabric/clothing together

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11
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What are adhesive closure strips used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Porous tape strips used to close small wounds

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12
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What is a disposable resuscitation aid used for? Where is it found?

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Both FAK
Single use barrier mask used to safety deliver rescue breaths to someone suffering from a cardiac arrest or respiratory attack.

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13
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What are disposable gloves used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK and biohazard kit
Prevent cross contamination as well as general hand protection

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14
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What are scissors used for? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
Cutting gauze, adhesive bandages and clothing

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15
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What are wire splints used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Used to strengthen an injured body part and prevent it from moving and causing additional damage.

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16
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What are tweezers used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Used to remove debris

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17
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What are foil blankets used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Prevent/counter hypothermia and shock

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18
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What are thermometers used for? Where are they found?

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White FAK only
Temperature strips applied to necessary area, strip changes colour to relevant temp in 2-3 seconds.

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19
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What is a signal code instruction sheet? Where is it found?

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White FAK only
Serves as a part of a survival plan

20
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What are analgesic tablets used for? Where are they found?

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Both FAK
(painkillers) Provide relief without loosing consciousness.
Mild to moderate relief, lasts 2-4 hours.

21
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What are antiemetic tablets used for? Where are they found?

A

Both
(motion sickness tablets) Help with nausea and vomiting

22
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What are nasal decongestion tablets used for? Where are they found?

A

Both FAK
Temporary relief of stuffy nose and sinus pain/pressure caused by infection (common cold, flu, hayfever, bronchitis)

23
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What are antacid tablets used for? Where are they found?

A

Both FAK
Neutralise acid in the stomach (indigestion and heartburn). Liquid or chewable tablets.

24
Q

What are anti-diarrhoea tablets used for? Where are they found?

A

Both FAK
Slows down the movement of the gut, decreasing bowel movement and makes stool less watery.

25
Q

What are antihistamine tablets used for? Where are they found?

A

White FAK only
Relieve symptoms of allergies and bites/stings. Also used to prevent motion sickness and a short term treatment for insomnia.

26
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What are the green first aid kits used for?

A

Everyday use

27
Q

What are latex gloves used for? Where are they found?

A

Green FAK only
Stronger than regular gloves, ideal in wet environments

28
Q

What is an apron used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Protection from infections IF used correctly

29
Q

What is bacterial spray used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Combination of chemicals and natural oils with antibacterial and antifungal properties, which reduce and kill harmful germs.

30
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What is a scraper used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Maintain a safe and hygienic work environment while removing harmful fluids etc.

31
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What is a biohazard disposal bag used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Keep materials in a sterile, contained environment while protecting the viability of test samples.

32
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What is a deodorising sachet used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Decreases the potential smell of a biohazard spill

33
Q

What is encapsulating powder used for? Where is it found?

A

Biohazard kit
Granuels absorb fluid and turn into a gel

34
Q

What are cloths used for? Where are they found?

A

Biohazard kit
Red and blue absorbent cloths used to clean the affected area

35
Q

What are goggles and masks used for? Where are they found?

A

Biohazard kit
Prevent spillage and communicable diseases spreading

36
Q

What are biohazard disposal kits used for?

A

Safely collect hazardous bodily fluids and sanitize the affected area.

37
Q

How many biohazard kits must be carried onboard?

A

Each white FAK must carry a minimum of one biohazard kit.

38
Q

What is an AED?

A

Automated External Defibrillator

39
Q

During what scenario is an AED used?

A

On victims of sudden cardiac arrest, who are:
- Unconscious
- Not breathing
- With no circulation

40
Q

Can an aircraft fly without an AED?

A

An AED is not part of the MEL therefore an a/c can fly without one.

41
Q

What is an MEL? How is one constructed for a specific aircraft?

A

Minimum Equipment List
Originated from a MMEL (Master Minimum Equipment List), detailing which equipment can be inoperative in flight.

42
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What is the PDI for an AED?

A

Pre-Departure Inspection
- Stowage
- Quantity
- Green light flashes every 5-10 seconds (if red light flashes notify engineer, this suggests a low battery)

42
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What is the PDI for an AED?

A

Pre-Departure Inspection
Stowage - correctly placed in its location
Quantity - correct amount of kits are in place
Green light flashes every 5-10 seconds (if red light flashes notify engineer, this suggests a low battery)

43
Q

What’s included inside the AED (6)?

A
  • Gloves
  • Blunt scissors
  • Safety razor blade
  • User manual
  • Soft case
  • Pad-Pak (single use lithium batteries and electrode pack in one unit)
44
Q

While performing CPR what steps should be followed?

A
  • Turn on AED (voice prompts will be heard)
  • Bare the chest are (including excessive body hair)
  • Open the electrode pouches
  • Place the electrode pads
  • Do NOT touch the casualty
  • Follow voice prompts
45
Q

How does the AED work?

A

1) Sticky pads with sensors (electrodes) are attached to the chest of the person suffering with SCA.
2) Electrodes send info about the persons heart rhythm to a computer in the AED.
3) The computer analyses the heart rhythm to decide if an electric shock is needed. If so the AED uses voice prompts to tell you when to deliver the shock and the electrodes deliver.

46
Q

What precations must you bare in mind when using the AED (7)?

A
  • Only for use on unconscious passengers
  • Do NOT delay treatment determining the passengers age
  • Do NOT remove pads if the passenger recovers (this is done by paramedics)
  • Ensure correct placement of electrode pads
  • Do NOT touch the passenger during the analysis period
  • Do NOT pull the green tab on the Pad-Pak
  • AED can only be used on one person

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