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Syncope |
Transient loss of consciousness and postural tone with spontaneous recovery. Commonly called fainting |
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Anoxia |
Absence or lack of oxygen to the brain, may become unconscious |
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Coma |
State of unconsciousness from which the patient cannot be aroused even by stimulation |
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Hypoxia |
Reduced oxygen content to central nervous system |
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Consciousness |
Capability of rational response, intact protective reflexes including airways |
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Postural orthostatic hypotension 1 |
Fainting in an upright position |
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Signs of syncope |
Total loss of color, pale clammy, blueish to purple tinge in lips Shortness of breath (dyspnea Dialation of pupils Nausea Vertigo Elevated pulse rate |
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Treatment of syncope |
Remove objects from oral cavity Position subsupine with feet elevated Assessment circulation, airway breathing, pulse and BP Loosen tight clothing Administer oxygen 4-6 L /minute Monitor vital signs Activate among a inhalant, wave under patients nose Someone should escort the patient home |
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R.E.P.A.I.R. |
R:ecognize signs and symptoms E:valuate level of consciousness P:osition patient in subsupine position with feet elevated A:ctivate CABs and CPR - Check circualtion, airway,breathing, and pulse and blood pressure I:mplement appropriate emergency protocol for syncope R:efer to EMI if a condition other than neurocardiogenic syncope is suspected |
