Terminology
Terminology
Misc.
Misc.
Emergency response
100
progressive lung disorder in which loss of elasticity of the alveoli of the lungs exist.
What is: Emphysema
100
another term of a closed wound.
What is: Contusion
100
Symptoms of hyperventilation
What is: abdominal pain, Rapid, deep respirations, Palpitations, Lightheadedness.
100
Type of fracture in which the broken ends of the bone are forcefully jammed together.
What is: Impacted
100
Name of individual who is qualified to perform advanced life support.
What is: EMT Paramedic
200
Another name for stroke
What is: Cerebrovascular accident
200
The body's response to threat or change.
What is: Stress
200
Rattlesnakes, copperhead, cottonmouth and coral snakes are all example of:
What is Poisonous snakes
200
Chest pains, SOB and nausea are all symptoms of a:
What is: Heart attack
200
Responsibilities of an EMD
What is: answer emergency calls, obtain needed info from caller, send appropriate personnel and equipment.
300
type of bleeding that is slow and dark.
What is: Venous
300
fracture of the bone that is splintered or shattered into three or more fragments.
What is: Comminuted
300
Severe form of diabetes that usually appears in childhood.
What is: Type 1
300
True or False: If called to a scene of emergency and patient refuses treatment, continue administering care no matter what.
What is: False
400
Shock caused by loss of blood or body fluids.
What is: Hypovolemic
400
Severe form of diabetes that usually appears in children.
What is: Type 1 diabetes.
400
What body parts are most susceptible to frostbite?
What is: Toes and fingers
400
First step in using a fire exinguisher
What is: Pull out the pin.
400
cart for holding and transporting supplies in an emergency situation.
What is: Crash cart
500
type of shock caused by a reaction of the body to a highly allergic substance.
What is: Anaphylactic
500
Agency that coordinates a response to any disaster that overwhelms the resources of state and local authorities.
What is: FEMA
500
What are characteristics of a partial-thickness burn?
What is: Extends into the dermis, appears red and mottled and blistering.
500
Must be included in an Emergency Action Plan training manual.
What is: Alarm systems, fire hazards of office materials and evacuation plan.
500
Skipping a meal may result in:
What is: Insulin shock
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