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36 Cards in this Set
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Scene size up consist of the following
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BSI
Scene Safety MOI/NOI # of patients |
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Define the following mental status AVPU
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Alert
Verbal Pain Unresponsive |
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All responsive patients should receive
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High flow O2
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At what age do you palpate the brachial pulse?
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<1 year old
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Which four assessments should be performed on the skin?
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Color
Temperature Condition Capillary refill |
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Motion of a segment of chest wall that is opposite the normal movement during breathing.
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Paradoxical motion
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Air under the skin
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subcutaneous emphysema
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Crackling breathing sounds
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Crepitus
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Define the 6 pain questions: OPQRST
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Onset
Pain Quality Radiating Severity Time |
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Identifies any immediate or potentially life-threatening conditions.
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Initial assessment
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What are the four questions asked when assessing mental status?
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Person
Place Time Event |
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Define DCAP-BTLS
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Deformities
Contusions Abrasions Punctures/penetrations Burns Tenderness Lacerations Swelling |
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When is DCAP-BTLS used/
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During the focused physical
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the HEAD.
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Crepitation
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the NECK.
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Jugular vein distention (JVD)
Crepitation |
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the CHEST.
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Paradoxical motion
Crepitation Breathing sounds |
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the ABDOMEN.
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Firm, Soft, distended
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the PELVIS.
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If no pain, compress to determine tenderness or motion
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In addition to DCAP-BTLS what else should be looked for when assessing the 4 EXTREMITIES.
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Distal pulse
Sensation Movement |
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Blood pressure that is higher than normal range
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Hypertension
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Blood pressure that is lower than normal range.
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Hypotension
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Define SAMPE
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Signs/symptoms
Allergies Medications Pertinent past history Last oral intake Events leading up |
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In a stable patient, vitals should be assessed every ____
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15 minutes
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In an unstable patient, vitals should be assessed every ___
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5 minutes
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Define PEARLL
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Pupils Equal And Round, Regular size, react to Light
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Harsh, high-pitched inspiratory sound
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Stridor
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Backup system to control respirations
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Hypoxic drive
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Insufficient oxygen for cells and tissues
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Hypoxia
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Irregular breathing pattern with increased rate and depth, followed by apnea
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Cheyne-Stokes
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What percentage of air do we breath?
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21%
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The normal respiratory rate for an adult
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12-20 breaths/min
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Ventilation rate when assisting an adult patient
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10-12 breaths/min
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The normal respiratory rate for a child is
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15-30 breaths/min
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The normal respiratory rate for an infant is
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25-50 breaths/min
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An AED should be used on patients who are atleast ___ years old
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1
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The process of identifying the severity of each patient's condition
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Triage
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