Anatomy
a major blood vessel in the forearm that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the thumb, index finger, hand, and forearm
Radial Artery
the tactile, rhythmic expansion and contraction of an artery created by the beating of the heart
Pulse or Heart Rate
a medical device used to support the neck, stabilize the cervical spine, and limit head movement
Cervical Collar or "C-collar"
a specialized public safety telecommunicator who answers emergency calls and coordinates the response of firefighters and paramedics
Dispatcher
a two-part immobilization technique used to support an injured arm and pin it firmly against the torso
Sling & Swathe
the site used to check an unresponsive patient for a pulse, located in the neck, its large size and proximity to the heart make it the most reliable place to quickly determine if blood is actively circulating
Carotid Artery
the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps it through your body
Blood Pressure
a portable, foldable medical device used by first responders to safely transport seated patients up or down stairs, or through narrow hallways where a traditional stretcher cannot fit
Stair Chair
the face-to-face verbal handover that occurs when EMS arrive at the emergency department, this report is used by the triage nurse to rapidly prioritize the patient's care
Transfer of Care Report
warning signs of ______ include sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
Stroke
the body posture of lying flat on your back, facing upward
Supine
the concentration of _______ circulating in the _____ at any given time
(hint: typically tested in patients suspected to be intoxicated, with altered mental status, or diabetic)
Blood-Glucose Level (BGL)
a medical instrument used to measure arterial blood pressure
Sphygmomanometer
a ____ complaint is the primary symptom or reason a patient seeks medical care
A Chief Complaint
CPR stands for...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
this cell's primary job is to transport oxygen from the lungs to tissues throughout the body
Red Blood Cells
distinct noises heard through a stethoscope that may signal conditions like airway narrowing, fluid, or inflammation
Lung Sounds
a specialized, rigid two-piece medical device used by first responders to safely lift and transport injured patients
Scoop Stretcher
a legal document EMS uses to record a medical emergency, from the initial 911 dispatch to the patient's arrival at the hospital, it ensures continuity of care, protects providers legally, and supports billing
Patient Care Report aka PCR
a portable, life-saving medical device used to analyze the heart's rhythm and deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat during sudden cardiac arrest
AED aka Automated External Defibrillator
within 4 to 6 minutes without oxygen, this organ begins to suffer irreversible cell death, leading to permanent damage or death
The Brain
peripheral oxygen saturation
SpO2
a medical device used to listen to internal sounds within the human body, such as the heart, lungs, and intestines
Stethoscope
a small written section by an EMS provider that is a chronological account of the emergency call, should present a clear, detailed story of what you found, what you did, and how it affected the patient’s condition
Narrative
an advanced medical procedure where a healthcare provider inserts a flexible plastic tube through the mouth or nose and into the trachea
Airway Intubation aka Endotracheal Intubation