Diabetes
Diabetes Definition
What is a metabolic condition where blood sugar levels are too high
Seizure Definiton
What is an episode of sudden abnormal electrical activity in the brain
The 4 ways a poisonous substance can enter the body
What are:
-Inhaled
-Ingested
-Injected
-Contact
The acronym SAMPLE
S- signs and symptoms
A- allergies
M- medications
P- past medical history
L- last oral intake
E- events prior
A diabetic emergency occurs
What are blood sugar levels that are too high or too low
Too Low (hypoglcemia)
Too High (hyperglycemia)
Increased Risk of Seizures in water
What is drowning
In this situation don't move the victim just attempt to keep their head above the water
Changes in vital signs to look out for
What are increased or decreased heart rate
Slowed or rapid breathing
Placement of AED pads on a Child
What is children will have the same placement as Adults
4 signs or symptoms of a Diabetic Emergency
What are :
-Fatigue
-Rapid Breathing
-Rapid Heart Rate
-Nausea/ Vomiting
-Abdominal Pain
-Decreased level of counsciousness
-Seizures
3 Signs and Symptoms of Seizures
What are:
-Tongue Biting
-Muscle stiffening or Jerking
-Loss of bladder or bowel control
-Fatigue
-Sensation changes
-Decreased Level of Consciousness
Medication Administered during Opioid Posoning
What is Naloxone (You do not get the training for this in this course)
During a Chocking Situation Back Blows and Abdominal Thrusts begin when
What is the Victim stops coughing or making noise
Best Fast Acting Sugar
What are Glucose tablets
Honey is the second best option
Common Seizure Triggers
What are:
Missed Doses of medication
Lack of Sleep
Stress
Alcohol or drug use
Low blood sugar
Bright Flashing Lights
Poisson Control Phone Number
What is +1 800-332-1414
The medication you can administer after the completion of IFA
Epinephrine (epi pen)
A diabetic emergency occurs but we are unsure if the victim has low or high blood sugar. What is the treament?
What is give Fast Acting Sugar.
When managing a seizure what should you NOT do
What are
-restrict movement
-place a towel or other object in the victims mouth
When should EMS be activated
When is ABC's are affected, the victim doesn't start to improve or reduced consciousness
Always for an opioid poisoning
Stroke Acronym
F- face
A- arms
S- speech
T- time