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Which type of heat-related illness involves a core body temp of at least
104.9F, acute mental status changes, absent sweat, and tachypnea?
Heat stroke
What percentage of burns is involved using the rule of 9's if both front legs
are burned?
18%
Which drug commonly prescribed for burns is active against a wide spectrum
of microbial pathogens and is the most frequently used agent for partial and
full-thickness thermal injuries?
Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene)
A sunscreen with a sun-protection factor of at least what number will block
most harmful UV radiation?
15
Which clinical feature is the first to be affected in increased ICP?
Decrease in level of consciousness
What is the normal number for the Glasgow Coma Scale?
15
, Which diagnostic test is the best to diagnose a subdural hematoma?
MRI
Pt's with a spontaneous pneumothorax should be counseled that up to what
percentage may experience a reoccurance at some point?
30%
Most adult poisonings are:
Intentional and self-inflicted
Which method is used to remove heavy metals, such as lead, that are
ingested as poisons?
Chelation
If a previously frostbitten area becomes frostbitten again after it has healed,
what might occur?
Permanent tissue damage may occur, resulting in necrosis to that body part.
What percentage of all visits to the ER are related to wounds?
12%
Which solution should be used when irrigating lacerated tissue over a wound
on the arm?
Saline irrigation or soapy water
Terms (35)
Hide definitions
Which type of heat-related illness involves a core body temp of at least
104.9F, acute mental status changes, absent sweat, and tachypnea?
Heat stroke
What percentage of burns is involved using the rule of 9's if both front legs
are burned?
18%
Which drug commonly prescribed for burns is active against a wide spectrum
of microbial pathogens and is the most frequently used agent for partial and
full-thickness thermal injuries?
Silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene)
A sunscreen with a sun-protection factor of at least what number will block
most harmful UV radiation?
15
Which clinical feature is the first to be affected in increased ICP?
Decrease in level of consciousness
What is the normal number for the Glasgow Coma Scale?
15
, Which diagnostic test is the best to diagnose a subdural hematoma?
MRI
Pt's with a spontaneous pneumothorax should be counseled that up to what
percentage may experience a reoccurance at some point?
30%
Most adult poisonings are:
Intentional and self-inflicted
Which method is used to remove heavy metals, such as lead, that are
ingested as poisons?
Chelation
If a previously frostbitten area becomes frostbitten again after it has healed,
what might occur?
Permanent tissue damage may occur, resulting in necrosis to that body part.
What percentage of all visits to the ER are related to wounds?
12%
Which solution should be used when irrigating lacerated tissue over a wound
on the arm?
Saline irrigation or soapy water
