Medications
Name an adverse effect of Morphine
respiratory depression, lethargy, confusion, nausea/vomiting, constipation, addiction
What disease is responsible for shortness of breath and wheezing, especially after exercise?
Asthma
you see a person laying unconcious on the ground. When you go to check on them, you notice they are breathing and have a pulse but wont wake up. What do you do next?
Call 911 whenever you find someone unresponsive, regardless if they have a pulse or are breathing.
What does the abbreviation PRN mean?
as needed
What is a "Normal" blood pressure?
90/60<120/80>140/90
What does the medication Zoloft do?
its an anti-depressant and can help with anxiety
What mental disorder is described as "having a psychological need to take things that dont belong to you and/or having an anxiety that is relieved by stealing"
Kleptomania
Go to the hospital for ANY fever over 104.0 as this may cause seizure activity
What does the abbreviation IV stand for
Intra-venous
What is a typical resting heart rate?
60-100
What would you take for a fever, Tylenol or ibuprofen?
Tylenol, Ibuprofen wont reduce fever
What condition is caused by an overconsumption of sugary foods that lead to an inability to effectively control ones blood sugar
Diabetes 2
In an emergency situation, what do providers focus on first? Airway, breathing or cardiac circulation?
Airway, Think ABC's!
What does the term oncology mean?
the study of cancer
What oxygen saturation level is considered "too low" for normal at this altitude?
89% or less
What does the medication Albuterol do?
Alleviates symptoms of asthma or respiratory distress
What disease causes full, complete hair loss?
Alopecia
You are an emergency responder with multiple car crash victims. Which person are you taking to the hospital first?
A: A person who is barely conscious with no visible injuries
B: A person who has burns on at least 50% of their body
C: A person who has multiple large visible wounds with a lot of blood loss who is not conscious and is breathing shallowly and slowly
D: A person with a broken arm and leg but can respond meaningfully when asked questions
B. This person is the most critical while still able to be saved
What is a "pressor"
A medication that elevates your blood pressure in order to keep it stable
Name one cardio-effective electrolyte.
magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium
What harm can be caused by taking to much Tylenol?
Liver damage and failure
What disease can cause random, sporadic seizures that are often triggered by external stimuli?
Epilepsy
You are taking care of a patient post surgery and are receiving report from the surgery team. Which piece of information would make you the most concerned for the patients well being?
A: the client lost 500ml of blood in surgery
B: the client has a small wound that was made accidentally by the surgery team without their knowledge
C: the clients temperature is 99.5F
D: the clients BP is 100/50
What does the word Teratogenic mean?
Having the potential to cause birth defects
Which vital sign is the most concerning.
A: a BP of 150/100
B: a heart rate of 110
C: an oxygen saturation of 88%
D: a BP of 80/50
D. A low BP is most concerning as this means the rest of the internal organs are not getting enough blood/nutrients/oxygen.