Vital Signs
60 BPM - 100 BPM
Normal Heart Rate
A break in a bone that is defined by a puncture through the skin is known as this.
Compound Fracture
OPA
Oropharyngeal Airway
These are the 4 chambers of the heart.
Right/Left Atrium, Right/Left Ventricle
These are the correct terminology when referring to blood pressure. Commonly known as the "top number" and "bottom number".
Systolic/Diastolic
A patient with a heart rate <60 BPM is known as this.
Bradycardia
Typically defined by dilated and/or non reactive (fixed) pupils, increased respirations and widening pulse pressures, someone may be diagnosed with this if they're not wearing a helmet.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Patients known to have these, should NEVER have an Oropharyngeal Airway inserted.
Intact Gag Reflex, Foreign Body Obstruction, Caustic Ingestion
This is a part of the body that looks like a bean, known for filtering blood and is responsible for the production of urine. Some people may experience medical issues such as _____stones
Kidneys
Patients diagnosed with this may present with Hypotension (Low BP), abdominal pain and a visible pulsatile mass in their abdomen. Which should NEVER be palpated.
AAA (Abdominal Aortic Aneurism)
A patient with a heart rate >100 BPM is known as this.
Tachycardia
After stabilizing a suspected fracture or dressing a wound, first responders are expected to reassess these things.
5 P's. Pain, Pallor, Pulse, Paralysis, Paresthesia.
When maintaining an unconscious patients' airway, their head should be positioned in this way. Typically used with a modified Jaw Thrust.
Sniffing Position
Anaphylaxis
When conducting CPR, compressions should be completed to a depth of this.
2-3 Inches or 1/3 the depth of the chest.
A patient that is Conscious, Alert and Oriented to person, place and time will be given a GCS score of this.
GCS 15
A patient that has fallen from a height greater than their body or, has experienced a fall from standing and is over the age of 65 should be treated with this medical device.
Cervical Collar
When confirming airway management, First Responders should always do this to ensure proper ventilation.
Auscultate (Listen to air entry with a stethoscope)
This is the largest organ of the body. Also the body's first line of defense against foreign invaders.
Epidermis (Skin)
When assessing a patients circulation, First Responders typically do this. Commonly done by pressing firmly down on the nail bed, releasing and ensuring color returns in 2-3 seconds.
Capillary Refill
A patient presenting with a SpO2 <92% is classified as being this.
Hypoxic
This should be the main concern when treating a patient that is in active seizure.
Protect the patients' head from injury.
Patients that have been diagnosed with this should have their SpO2 controlled between 88% - 92%
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
This system is responsible for the fluid balance of the body and is the main line of defense against infection.
Lymphatic System
A patient that has a Systolic blood pressure lower than this will typically not have a radial pulse.
80
Hypoglycemic
This term is commonly used by dispatchers when referring to a patient that is suspected of experiencing a stroke.
CVA (Cerebral Vascular Accident)
Patients that present with a respiratory rate lower than this, should be assisted with BVM ventilations.
<10 Breaths/min
This organ is responsible for recycling iron from the body, metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates and stores valuable nutrients such as iron, Vitamin A, B12 and Vitamin D.
Liver
When conducting CPR, compressions should be completed at a rate of this.
100 BPM
Patients that are hypothermic will have a body temperature lower than this.
35*C
Presenting with Hypotension (Low BP), localized discoloration and in some cases, abdominal distension, this type of injury may only be treated by surgical intervention and possibly pelvic binding, depending on the injury location.
Internal Bleeding
NPA
This system is responsible for the breakdown of food, absorption of valuable nutrients and may begin simply by smell.
Digestive
When a patient is experiencing a suspected Cardiac Incident, this medication may be recommended by First Responders but NEVER administered. Typically given in 81mg (x2) tablets and chewed.
ASA/Aspirin
Patients that are hyperthermic, also known as "febrile" will present with a body temperature greater than this.
38*C
Typically presenting with shortening of the leg and outward rotation, patients suspected of having this should only be moved using the scoop and should have their legs tied together to avoid unnecessary movement.
Hip Dislocation
Defined by oxygen tubing that is placed below the nose, this piece of equipment is used for minor respiratory distress and is typically set to a flow rate of 2LPM - 5LPM.
Nasal Cannula
Patients experiencing shock involving this body system may present with uncontrollable muscle movement, irregular pupils, memory loss and paralysis.
Nervous System
These are the two types of shockable Cardiac Rhythm.
Ventricular Fibrillation/Ventricular Tachycardia
A patient presenting with a blood pressure higher than this is known as being hypertensive.
140/-
Patients presenting with severe abdominal pain, reduced oral intake, nausea and vomiting and in rare cases, vomiting feces, is suspected to be suffering from this. Requiring surgical intervention.
Intestinal Obstruction
Defined by a mask that fits over the patients nose and mouth, is secured by an adjustable elastic band and has an oxygen reservoir. This piece of equipment is used for severe respiratory distress and is typically set to a flow rate of 10LPM - 15LPM
Non-Rebreather
This system is one of the body's main lines of defense, is responsible for regulatory gas exchange and may result in Cardiac Arrest if comprimised.
Respiratory System
A patient that is presenting with pale skin, diaphoresis (sweaty), hypotension (Low BP) and/or nausea and vomiting may be in this type of shock.
Cardiogenic Shock
Before treating a patient with CO poisoning, their SpO2 may present as this.
100%
When assessing a trauma patient, the first step is to check for this. Sometimes requiring multiple sets of gloves.
Gross/Uncontrolled Bleeding
Patients suspected or known to have this, should NEVER have a Nasopharyngeal Airway inserted.
Facial Trauma
This bone is responsible for providing structure to the upper arm. Although is has a funny name, there's nothing funny about it when you hit it a certain way.
Humorous
Usually observed on a SpO2 monitor, a patient with an irregular heart rate and is typically on a blood thinner is most times diagnosed with this.
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)