Choke on this
911 should be immediatly called when a choking victim progresses to this state
What is unresponsive?
if a choking or breathing problem causes the casualty to become unresponsive, this crucial next step must be taken
what is begin CPR?
This life-threatening allergic reaction causes swelling of the airway and requires immediate injection of epinephrine.
What is anaphylaxis?
this sound can be heard to indicate you have successfully administered an epipen dose
what is a "click"
Asthma symptoms can be triggered by any of these conditions
Air pollution or poor air quality (e.g., cigarette smoke)
Allergies (e.g., to pollen, food, drugs, insect stings, or animals)
Temperature fluctuations, extreme humidity, or extreme dryness
Strong odours (e.g., perfume, cologne, scented cleaning products)
Colds and flus
Physical activity
Respiratory infections
Stress or anxiety
someone experiencing partial choking can be helped by encouraging them to do this
what is coughing? this is the body's reflex to clear the airway
Respiratory distress can be recognized by any of these symptoms
Shortness of breath or gasping for breath
Trouble speaking in complete sentences (due to difficulty breathing)
Wheezing, gurgling, or high-pitched noises
Breathing abnormally quickly or slowly
Unusually deep or shallow breathing
Cool, moist skin
Bluish or ashen (grey) skin
Flushed or pale skin
Feelings of fear
Dizziness or light-headedness
While typically known for swelling of the throat, anaphylaxis can be known to affect this as well
what is any part of the body?
this "wives tale" remedy for a person hyperventilating is not recommended and can make breathing worse for the casualty
What is breath into a paper bag?
This first step should be taken when first helping a person having an asthma attack
the care for treating complete choking is ineffective for treating partial choking because the care depends on this factor
what is pressure behind the blockage? which is impossible unless the blockage is complete
4-6 minutes without oxygen is all it takes for these to die
What is brain cells?
This medication counteracts the chemicals produced by the body during an allergic reaction
what are antihistamines?
if a casualty is still experiencing symptoms of anaphylaxis longer than 5 minutes after being given a dose with an epi pen, this next step should be taken
what is administer a second dose?
sometimes called "bronchodilators," these can be used to relax the muscles that tighten around the bronchioles during an asthma attack
what is a quick relief (rescue) inhaler
these three methods are used to dislodge an object from a choking victim
What are? - back blows
- chest thrusts
- abdominal thrusts
practicing breathing exercises can be a helpful technique in remedying this anxiety symptom
what is hyperventilation?
When using an epipen to treat an allergic reaction, the "business end" of the device is identified with this colour?
what is orange? (orange to the thigh, blue to the sky)
during hyperventilation, encouraging the casualty to do this can help slow breathing back to a normal state
take controlled breaths by breathing in slowly, holding their breath for a few seconds, and then gradually exhaling.
used on a regular basis, this is used to help prevent asthma attacks by reducing inflammation and swelling and by making the bronchioles less sensitive to triggers.
what is long term control medications? (preventers)
uh oh! your having lunch at the flupsy alone and start choking. these actions could save your life
what is? - perform a self abdominal thrust against a safe object
- move to a more open public space where you can alert others
hyperventilation causes the bodies balance of these two things to be disrupted
What is oxygen and carbon dioxide?
these three allergen causes can lead to anaphylaxis
Insect stings
Food
Medications
doing this after giving a dose with an epipen helps disperse the medication
What is rub the injection site for 30 seconds?
This position is recommended to put a casualty in during a breathing emergency
what is a comfortable sitting position, leaning forward?