Medications
This medication is a bronchodilator and is used when wheezing is auscultated during patient exhalations. The patient must have a prescription so the EMR can assist with the medication
What is Salbutamol (Ventolin)
This vital sign includes a systolic reading as well as a diastolic reading both measured in mmHG (millimeters of mercury)
What is blood pressure by auscultation
This type of stretcher can be lowered or raised manually using release handles found at the end or side. It can also be lowered or raised by pushing a down or up button if it is battery powered.
What is a multi-level stretcher
This component of the primary assessment is described by the patient in "their own words"
What is the Chief Complaint
General care for all musculoskeletal injuries follows this acronym
What is R.I.C.E.
The EMR will give the patient instructions to chew and swallow this medication in cases of ischemic chest pain (crushing, pressure, heavy weight, squeezing). The concentration supplied in EMS is 80mg.
What is Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA or Advil)
This vital sign is read in beats per minute
What is heart rate or pulse rate
This device is used for transporting patients in a seated position. Ideal in small spaces like an elevator. It reduces the amount of lifting done by EMS personnel.
What is the stair chair
What is airway, breathing and circulation (ABCs)
The treatment for this type of injury is to stabilize and bandage in place, unless it interferes with the patient's airway or respirations.
What is an impaled object
The classification of this medication is adsorbents with an adult dose of 50 grams PO. All EMS providers will contact PADIS for treatment recommendations prior to administration.
What is Activated Charcoal
This vital sign is read in breaths per minute
What is respiratory rate
This device is sometimes called a clamshell. It is useful when a patient can not be rolled.
What is a scoop stretcher
This device is easily and quickly applied to the patient in the primary assessment. A normal reading is approximately 95-100%
What is pulse oximetry
What is tourniquet use
The dosage of this medication for adults is Oral: 1g every 6 hours, do not exceed 4000mg/24 hours. The concentration supplied in EMS is 325mg tablet. EMS indications Severe sepsis/septic shock adult, Pyrexic child/adult, and pain control.
What is Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
This vital sign is read in mm (millimeters)
What is pupil size
This manoeuvre is suitable for moving a responsive patient who is able to weight bear and does not have shortness of breath or chest discomfort.
What is the walking assist
The EMR uses their hands to complete this in the primary assessment to identify life-threatening injuries and conditions on the patient.
What is the rapid body survey
This medication is non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug with analgesic and antipyretic properties, nonopioid. EMS Indications include, muscle-skeletal trauma, Burns, amputation trauma, and pain management. One of its contraindications is Pregnancy (all trimesters)
What is Naproxen (Aleve)
This vital sign is measured in mmol/L (millimoles per litre)
What is Blood Glucose Level (BGL)
This device is used when a patient is in a tight space or bathtub and needs to be lifted out or slid into a more open space. It was made in Saskatchewan for EMS use. It can support weight up to 300 lbs.
What is the EMS lift sheet (red lift sheet)
This decision is made quickly in the primary assessment and is based on whether you have found any life-threatening conditions during the assessment thus far. It can also be re-evaluated during care of the patient.
What is the transport decision
This injury is commonly caused by blunt chest trauma from a motor vehicle collision or a fall. Common symptoms include pain in the chest (from the blunt force) and the feeling that the heart is racing. The patient should be rapidly transported as it can cause life threatening arrhythmias.
What is myocardial contusion