Shock
Reduction in blood flow to the body
shock
1st degree burn
Superficial Burn
Crack or Break in a Bone
Fracture
4 Areas affected by frostbite
ears, nose, fingers, toes
Caused by a sharp object that pierces a hole in the skin
puncture
Anaphylactic Shock
2nd Degree Burn
Partial Thickness Burn
A bone is separated from a joint
Dislocation
Treatment for fainting patient
sit down and place head between knees.
tissue is torn and separated from the body
avulsion
Caused by damage to the heart
Cardiogenic Shock
3rd Degree Burn
Full Thickness Burn
An injury to a MUSCLE
Strain
Treatment for seizure
Move objects that may harm patient and place in recovery position. DO NOT place anything in the patients mouth.
Clean wound with smooth edges
Incision
Body's Chemistry is out of balance
Metabolic Shock
3 types of burns (not degrees)
Chemical
Thermal
Electrical
An injury to a LIGAMENT
SPRAIN
What does FAST stand for
Face
Arms
Speech
Time
Wound in which top layer of skin is rubbed or scraped off
Abrasion
Caused by toxins or poisons in the blood
Septic Shock
Type of dressing that should be used for burn
Dry and Sterile
Care principle used for sprains and strains
RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
What is the number for poison control
1-800-222-1222
Another name for a closed wound or bruise
Contusion