MOD 1
Tissues that connect bone to bone
Ligaments
This term describes the amount of air that actually reaches the alveoli and participates in gas exchange, and it is calculated by subtracting dead space volume from tidal volume
Minute Volume
This part of the call marks the end of the scene size up
The end of the call
This life-threatening condition involves widespread vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, and increased capillary permeability, typically following exposure to an allergen
Anaphalaxis
This is the term for the formal system used to coordinate resources and responders at large-scale incidents, ensuring safety, communication, and command structure
Incident Command System (ICS)
You arrive on scene to find a 24-year-old male who crashed his bicycle and is lying supine on the ground. He is awake, alert, and complaining of neck pain and numbness in his arms. He says he doesn't remember the fall. Before beginning any movement or further assessment, what is the most important action you must take?
Restrict movement of C-Spine
Caused by a restriction in the upper airway, this breath sound presents as a high-pitched, whistling sound
Stridor
These acronyms are used as the major elements of the primary assessment
GCLC ABCD
This medication is administered sublingually, dilates blood vessels, and is contraindicated in patients who have taken erectile dysfunction drugs within the past 48 hours
Nitroglycerin
This type of shock results from severe fluid or blood loss, leading to inadequate perfusion and oxygenation of tissues
Hypovolemic shock
This federal act mandates a procedure by which emergency healthcare providers can find out if they have been exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases
Ryan White CARE Act
This condition is indicated when a patient has a normal respiratory rate but is using accessory muscles and has irregular chest wall motion
Inadequate Breathing
This is a classic sign of chest pain, and is demonstrated by a fist being clenched over the chest
Levine's Sign
This condition often presents with pain that starts near the umbilicus and then shifts to the right lower quadrant, frequently accompanied by fever, nausea, and rebound tenderness
Appendicitis
This localized cold injury is characterized by pale, waxy skin that may later blister and turn mottled or black if severe
Frostbite
A medical term referring to the back of the body or the back of the hand or foot
Dorsal
This complication can occur if excessive ventilation pressure is used with a BVM, especially in infants or trauma patients
Gastric Distention
These acronyms are the principles of the primary assessment detailing history of present illness and past medical history
OPQRST/SAMPLE
You are called to assess a 24-year-old male who is lethargic and breathing rapidly. His roommate reports he has been feeling ill for several days. On exam, you find warm, dry skin and a fruity odor on his breath. His respiratory rate is 32 and deep. He has a history of type 1 diabetes. What is the most likely condition?
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
You arrive on scene where a 30-year-old male accidentally caught his forearm on a piece of sheet metal. A large flap of skin is hanging from the wound, and there is moderate bleeding. The patient is alert and in pain. What type of injury is this?
Avulsion
Energy for the cell is produced largely by the Mitochondria, the structures that are responsible for the conversion of glucose and the other nutrients into energy in the form of this molecule
Adenosine Triphosphate
This term describes the amount of air that actually reaches the alveoli and participates in gas exchange, and it is calculated by subtracting dead space volume from tidal volume
Alveolar Respiration
These are the 5 major vital signs recorded by EMTs
Heart Rate, Respiration Rate, Blood Pressure, Skin CCT, and Pupils
This condition occurs when a weakened area of the aorta bulges and may rupture, often presenting with "tearing" chest or abdominal pain radiating to the back
Aortic Aneurysm
This type of chest injury occurs when air enters the pleural space without an external wound, causing lung collapse and possibly leading to respiratory distress
Spontaneous Pneumothorax