What is a Nuchal Cord?
When the cord is wrapped around the babies neck
What happens if someone has significant mouth/dental trauma?
They are sent to the hospital
Where should linens and materials used during the delivery be placed after the fact?
Biohazard
Which type of bleeding is the most life threatening?
Arterial
What qualifies as an Emergency? (name at least 3)
no pulse, blue, not breathing, actual seizing, a big fall, head injuries, major uncontrolled bleeding, OD
Where are the Emergency OB kits stored?
Medical, outside FSW in code cabinet
What is a tooth Avulsion?
Knocked out tooth
After a baby is born what is the first thing that should be done?
Suction the nose and mouth
What should you do if you have an arterial bleed if able?
apply a tourniquet
What do I do if my inmate is blue? (name at least 3 things you should do)
Check for a carotid pulse, check for breathing if both are absent begin CPR and call for an AED, an oxygen tank and a MEDICAL CODE
What is it called when you see the umbilical cord before the baby?
Umbilical cord prolapse
What do you tell an inmate if they have drainage or suspected tooth fragments in their mouth?
Spit it out
What should we ensure is done after a baby is born? assuming the cord has been clamped and cut and baby is breathing
Keep them warm and wrapped up
What is the difference between Ischemic and Hemorrhagic stroke?
Ischemic = blood clot
Hemorrhagic = excessive bleeding
What is BLS?
Basic life support
What is the medical terminology for a uterine prolapse?
Uterine Inversion
What are 2 fluids you can place a tooth in for reimplantation?
Milk or Normal saline
When do you know it is safe to cut the cord after its been clamped?
When the cord turns white
What does FAST stand for?
F- facial drooping, A - arm weakness, S- speech difficulty, T- time
What is a TIA?
"mini stroke" Transient ischemic attack
Name 3 types of causes of Obstetric hemorrhages?
Placenta previa, uterine rupture, placental abruption, retained placenta, uterine atony
Name 3 Signs & symptoms of a dental abscess
Facial swelling, pain, drainage, redness, fever
After the baby is delivered and the cord is clamped/cut what should we expect next?
Delivery of the placenta
How long can a TIA last?
24 hours
Name 3 common risk factors of a stroke?
HTN, DM, smoking, A-fib, high cholesterol, heart disease, head trauma, coag disorders