Medical Conditions
Difficulty Breathing
Dyspnea
Lack of Vitamin D can cause what condition?
Rickets
Removal of the top layer of skin is what type of wound?
Abrasion
Specialist in the study of women's conditions
Genecologist
Device used to auscultate heart sounds
stethoscope
Shock caused by overwhelming emotional factors. Sudden dilation of blood vessels results in fainting because of lack of blood flow to the brain.
Psychogenic Shock
Lack of Vitamin C can cause what condition?
Scurvy
How do you treat a bee sting?
Scrape off the stinger, wash the area with soap and water, apply a bag of ice and monitor the person for at least 20 minutes for signs of anaphylaxis
What is -osis?
abnormal condition
Device used to measure ROM
Goniometer
A weak & rapid pulse, cold clammy skin, pale, confused and difficulty breathing are all signs of:
shock
Carbohydrates and Protein are worth how many kcals?
4
What does PRICES stand for?
Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Support
What does tachycardia mean?
Rapid heart rate (80+ adult, 100+ child)
Device used to sterilize equipment
Autoclave
Inflammation of breast tissue
Mastitis
What are the building blocks of protein?
Amino Acids
What are the 3 main types of splints?
Rigid, Soft & anatomical
Define diaphoresis
profuse sweating
Device used to deliver medication during anaphylaxis
epi-pen
Absence of menstruation
Amenorrhea
One pound is equal to how many calories?
3500
Before helping a victim, it is necessary to wear
PPE
Polydipsia and polyuria are two signs and symptoms of diabetes. What do they mean?
excessive thirst and urination
Device used to stop hemorrhaging
tourniquet