Pathophysiology
The 4 mechanisms of burn injuries
Thermal
Chemical
Electrical
Radiation
S.A.M.P.L.E
Signs & Symptoms
Allergies
Medications
Past Medical History
Last Oral Intake
Events Leading Up
A stretch or a tear of a ligament
Sprain
The first step to use an AED
Turn on and listen to the prompt
The anatomical terminology used to refer to specific areas of the body relative to the anatomical position
Medial, Lateral, Proximal, Distal, Posterior, Anterior, Superior, Inferior
Type of shock caused by a pulmonary embolism or a tension pneumothorax
Obstructive Shock
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
The 3 stages of shock
Compensated
Decompensated
Irreversible
The flow rate of O2 that should be used in conjunction with a nasal cannula.
1-4 LPM
What is the body surface area percentage of an adult with burns to; entire right arm, entire right leg and the anterior thorax
9+18+18 = 45
Describe the physiological response during an asthma attack
air passages become constricted/narrowed by a spasm of the muscles lining the bronchi or by swelling of the bronchi themselves
ROSC
Return Of Spontaneous Circulation
A condition in which the heart's pumping ability is diminished, resulting in fluid backup in the lungs or other tissues.
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
These are the landmarks to size a suction device.
Bottom of the earlobe to corner of the mouth
List 3 things that may affect the accuracy of an SPO2 reading
Nail polish, skin temperature, carbon monoxide, poor circulation
The functions of the brain can be split into 3 categories
Sensory
Motor
Integrated functions (responsiveness, memory, emotion, language)
PEARL
Pupils Equal And (Round) Reactive to Light
A condition in which, due to an injury to the nervous system, the tissues don't receive adequate oxygenated blood.
Neurogenic shock
The order in which PPE is donned and doffed
Donned:
Gown, mask, eye shield, gloves
Doffed
Gloves, gown, eye shield, mask
Compression to ventilation ratio for an adult, child/infant and neonate with 1 responder & 2 responders
1 Responder:
Adult - 30:2, Child/Infant - 30:2, Neonate - 3:1
2 Responders:
Adult - 30:2, Child/Infant - 15:2, Neonate - 3:1
In order, name the anatomical structures air passes during the process of respiration
Nose/Mouth
Pharynx
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchi
Bronchioles
Alveoli
Capillaries
S.H.A.R.P.
Swelling
Heat
Ache
Redness
Pus
In this disease the alveoli lose the elasticity & become distended with trapped air causing the lungs to lose their ability to efficiently exchange CO2 & O2.
Emphysema
The oxygen mask and flow rate you would give to a patient with an SPO2 of 91%
A non-rebreather mask with a flow rate of 10-15 LPM
Describe all the steps within: Scene Assessment (6), Primary Assessment (8) and Secondary Assessment (3)
Scene: Hazards & Environment, MOI & CC, # of pts, Additional resources, Impression, PPE,
Primary: CC, LOC, C-Spine, ABCs, SPO2, Rapid Body, Transport Decision, Pt Positioning
Secondary: Interview w Pt & Bystanders, Vitals, Detailed Head-to-Toe