Acronyms
What does the R stand for in OPQRST
Radiation- Is the pain radiating to other parts of the body
What do you use to wash out eyes?
Saline
The most common type of closed wound is?
Contusions are the most common.
How do you know your tourniquet is working?
Bleeding has slowed down and/or you don't feel a pulse beyond the tourniquet.
What does the L stand for in SAMPLE
Last oral intake-Have they eaten or drunken anything and when
Use burn ointment/cream on all burns:True or False
False
When you have a impaled object you should remove the object. True or False?
False
Where is our trauma supplies on our medic bags?
Top Pocket
When do you use the AVPU test
During Primary Assessment (when assessing responsiveness)
What kind of dressing should you use if a lung has been punctured?
Occlusive dressing
What is a sign of venous bleeding
Dark in color or a steady flow
What color are our eye wash stations?
Green
What is SAMPLE used for
History Taking
When blood has soaked all the way through your dressing you should...?
Leave the soaked gauze and add more fresh gauze over it.
What is a sign of arterial bleeding?
Bright red or spurting blood
After applying a occlusive dressing what else does a patient with a punctured airway need?
Oxygen
What does ABCs stand for
Airway, Breathing and Circulation
How would you support a dislocated shoulder?
With a sling and something between the arm and body.
Where should you place a tourniquet?
2-3 inches above the wound, between the wound and the heart
What type of dressing do you use for burns?
A dry and sterile dressing