Medication
Before administering an anti-hypertensive (amlodipine), which vital sign would you check?
Blood Pressure
What is the largest organ in the body?
Skin
What does ABC stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
What is the normal blood pressure range in an adult ?
Systolic (100-140)
Distolic (60-90)
What is Emily's favourite Sierra Leone food?
Mango, Groundnut soup, Pineapple
Name one function of furosemide
Diuresis, removal of excess fluid (CKD, CCF)
Name an electrolyte in the body
Chloride, potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium
What does ACVPU stand for?
Alert, Confused, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive
What is tachycardia?
Fast heartrate
How many districts are in Sierra Leone?
16
What does AMR stand for?
Antimicrobial resistance
Name one function of the kidney
Blood filtration, blood pressure regulation, waste and toxin disposal, RBC production, electrolyte balance
What is the maximum number of litres oxygen you can administer through nasal prongs?
5 litres
Name a type of shock
How old is Emily?
30
What is the function of oxytocin ?
Advancement of labour and contractions
Can you name the 4 chambers of the heart?
Right Atrium, Left Atrium, Right Ventricle, Left Ventricle
What is the name of the mosquito that carries malaria?
Anopheles
What is tachypnea?
Rapid breathing
Who is the disease surveillance lead in the district?
Mr. Rogers
What is the function of Beta Blockers? Eg. Atenalol, Bisoprolol, Propranalol
Decrease force of cardiac contraction and slow heart rate
How many lobes does the right lung have?
Three
White blood cells
Name 3 causes of high respiratory rate?
Pneumonia, shock, sepsis, TB, pain, heart failure
What disease accounts for the highest cause of death in Sierra Leone?
Malaria