Environmental
Identify Frost Nip vs Frostbite
Frostbite has mottling and blisters Frostnip has redness with tingling
As an EMT what is the most effective treatment we have for patients with severe trauma?
Adult with Burns to the Chest, Abdomen and Groin
19%
List the parts of the exterior eye from interior to exterior
Sclera, Iris, Pupil
What is Cushing's Trian and what are the signs associated with it?
Bradycardia, Hypertension with wide pulse pressures, Irregular Breathing
What types of snakes are Pit Vipers?
Cotton Mouth, Rattle Snake , Copper Head
What are the steps for controlling bleeding?
Apply Direct Pressure
Tourniquet
Child with Burns bilaterally to the legs
33%
What is Subcutaneous Emphysema and what causes Subcutaneous Emphysema ?
air trapped under the skin identified by "rice crispy" or crackling on palpation. Respiratory system damage. Pneumothorax, damaged trachea or larynx.
What are the three categories of GCS and what are their maximum scores?
Eye Opening, Verbal response, Motor response
4 5 6
What is an Air Embolism?
When air enters the circulatory system
What are complications of a nosebleed?
Hypovolemia
Obstructed airway
Nausea/vomiting
Aspiration
Infant with Burns to the Chest, and Forearm
13.5%
What to body cavities does the Diaphragm seperate?
Thoracic and abdominal
What is becks triad and what are the S/S of it?
Hypotension, Narrowing Pulse Pressures, Muffled Heart Tones
Differentiate they symptoms of Heat Exhaustion From Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion
Tachycardia
Thirst
Nausea
Cold Diaphoretic Pale Skin
Muscle Cramps
Heat Stroke
Hot Dry Skin
Tachycardia
ALOC
Seizures
Chest Seal
Adult with burns to the lower back and back of the right leg
18%
List the Hollow Organs
Intestine, Bladder, Stomach, Lungs, Gall Bladder, Uterus
If your patient shows signs of shock you should prioritize ...
Rapid Transport
List the body temps associated with mild, moderate and severe Hypothermia
Mild to 93.2
Moderate 93.2 - 86
Severe <86
How do we treat Eye injuries?
Remove any contacts
Flush with water or saline
Cover both eyes with dressings
S/S Of inhulation Burns
Hoarseness, Singed facial hair, soot in airway
Define:
Sprain
Strain
Dislocation
Sprain - Injury to a ligament
Strain - Injury to a Muscle
Dislocation - Joint injury where the bones are no longer in contact with each other
On EVERY patient contact we utilize the following steps
Scene safety, XABCDE