Asthma
What medication is used for asthma?
Inhaler
What medication is given for angina?
Aspirin and nitroglycerin
Treatment?
Epipen (Blue to the sky, orange to the thigh)
Treatment?
Glucose tablets or something sugary
How do you administer the medication?
Shake the container, then remove the cap.
Tell the casualty to breathe out completely,
Tell the casualty to breathe in slowly and deeply—as the casualty does, the inhaler should be pressed to release the medication.
Sign and symptoms of heart attack/angina? (name three)
Have crushing pain in the center of their chest
Shortness of breath
Sweating
Dizziness
Nausea
What should you do if only the auto-injector is expired?
Administer the epipen anyway
What is the difference between hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia?
Main difference: Hypoglycemia has too much insulin while hyperglycemia has not enough
What are some possible causes for an asthma attack? (name three)
Colds, upper airway infections
Pet fur
Insect bites, stings
Foods
Pollen, paint and smoke
Which is worse: Heart attack or angina? Why?
Heart attack is worse as it doesn’t go away with medication or rest. It can also lead to cardiac arrest.
What is anaphylaxis?
Severe allergic reaction which usually happens when a substance to which the casualty is very sensitive enters the body
Signs and symptoms for hypoglycemia? (name two)
Headache
Confused. irritable, aggressive
Difficulty speaking
What are some signs and symptoms for an asthma attack? (name 4)
Shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing
Fast, shallow breathing
Tightness in chest
Fatigue
How many doses of nitroglycerin do you give?
Every 5-10 minutes, up to 3 doses if needed
What are four signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis?
Itchiness
Hives
Swelling
Difficulty breathing
Nausea
Shock
Signs and symptoms for hyperglycemia? (name three)
Thirsty
Nauseous
Frequent urination
Breath smells like nail polish
How long should a casualty hold their breath for after administering medication and why?
10 seconds so that the medication can spread out in the lungs
Aside from the five rights, what question should you ask the casualty before administering medication for angina?
Have you had any sexual enhancement drugs in the past 24 hours?
What is the medication inside epipens called?
Epinephrine
What should the qualities of pulse and breathing be for Hypoglycemia vs hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia: Strong and rapid pulse, Shallow breathing
Hyperglycemia: Weak and rapid, Deep breathing