Pregnancy and delivery
What is the maximum dilation of the cervix?
10cm
How many compressions and breaths do you provide in a cycle with two CPR certified providers?
15:2
What is the CNS temperature regulation center?
Hypothalamus
If you are concerned about safety, you ___.
Act
What is the universal sign for choking?
Hands crossed at throat
Describe how contractions start (sensation & location).
Aching in the small of the back
What is the max weight a child can be to use child pads?
100lbs
What is heat acclimatization?
The physiological response to heat exposure over the course of 10 to 14 days
What is a behavioral emergency?
A situation in which a person exhibits abnormal or unacceptable behavior
what do you do if a choking victim becomes unconscious?
Begin CPR
What gets compressed during Supine Hypotensive Syndrome and what condition should you be concerned of?
The vena cava is compressed by the uterus and fetus - you should be worried about the mother going into shock
What is the AED pad placement for an adult? (Be specific)
Directly under right clavicle and below left nipple line along ribs on left side of body.
what is the primary difference between heat, exhaustion and heat stroke?
Heat exhaustion is when the temperature is less than 104°F where as heat stroke has surpassed 104°F
What percentage range of people who seek treatment for depression improve?
80-90%
Choking is a common side of injury and death in children under the age of __.
5 years old
Birth before the 36th week; baby under 5.5lbs
State the depth of compressions for an adult, child, and infant.
Adult: At Least 2in
Child: About 2in
Infant: About 1.5in
What are the three classifications for hypothermia? (Include temperatures)
Mild: 95-98.6F
Moderate: 90-94F
Severe: below 90
Expressed, controlled, and disbelief
What does the acronym OPQRST stand for?
Onset. Palliation/provocation. Quality. Radiate. Severity. Time.
Name the three types of Breech Birth positions.
Complete, Footing, & Frank
State the head positioning for an adult, child, and infant.
Adult: past neutral
Child: slightly past neutral
Infant: neutral
Name the 6 types of lightning injuries.
Direct strike, contact injury, side flash, step voltage, upward leader, & concussive
What symptomology is associated with drug abuse and alcohol abuse? (Name 3)
Unresponsive or altered mental status, abnormal or irregular pulse, altered breathing patterns, extremely high or low blood pressure.
Five back blows and five abdominal thrust for an adult versus five back blows and five chest compressions for an infant. Pinky fingers scoop for an infant versus index finger scoop for adult.