Bone & Joint Injuries
Name the two types of fractures
Compound and Simple
Broken ribs are caused by what type of force?
Direct impact or crushing
Seizures are caused by abnormal activity where?
Brain
Anaphylaxis is what type of reaction?
Severe allergic reaction
Who should you call first for poisoning?
EMS / Poison Control
A bone protruding through skin is called what?
What is flail chest?
Multiple ribs broken in more than one place
What phase involves muscle rigidity?
Tonic phase
What medication treats anaphylaxis?
Epinephrine (Epi-pen)
Why should gloves be worn during care?
Prevent contamination
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Immobilize, Cold, Elevate
What should NEVER be given to chest injury victims?
Food or liquids
When should you restrain a seizing victim?
Never
Where is an EpiPen injected?
Thigh
What should you NOT induce in poisoning cases?
Vomiting
Difference between sprain and strain?
Sprain - is an injury to an overstretched ligament, which holds bones together at a joint
Strain - Overstretching a muscle or tendon
What breathing complication involves air in the pleural cavity?
Pneumothorax
What should never be placed in the victim’s mouth?
Any objects
After administering an EpiPen, what should you do next while waiting for EMS?
Monitor vital signs and watch for changes
Why is victim history important in poisoning?
Identifies substance
When should EMS be called for fractures?
Open fractures or severe injury
Why must chest injuries be monitored closely?
Risk of breathing failure and shock
What information should you track during a seizure?
Duration and number
When can a second dose be given?
After 5 minutes if no improvement
What signs indicate life-threatening poisoning?
LOC changes, breathing problems