Terms in this set (101)
Abdominal Laceration Tear in the abdomen's skin or tissue
Abdominal Thrusts First aid technique to clear airway obstruction
Activated Charcoal Substance used to absorb toxins in the stomach
,Adult Blood Volume Approx. 6 liters for 150 lb male
Airway Obstruction Blockage preventing airflow to the lungs
Allergic reaction respiratory effects Include coughing, hoarseness, labored breathing
,Allergic Reaction Signs Decreased BP, itching, swelling, breathing difficulty
Alveoli Tiny air sacs in the lungs for gas exchange
Applying restraints to an excited delirium patient Use minimal restraint as necessary to protect patient, continual ass
Never transport prone.
, Approaching airborne contamination Approach upwind from the incident
Approaching Airborne Hazmat/Fire Scene Determining percentage of body surface burned
Assessing pulse of hypothermic patient Check the pulse for 30 seconds
Abdominal Laceration Tear in the abdomen's skin or tissue
Abdominal Thrusts First aid technique to clear airway obstruction
Activated Charcoal Substance used to absorb toxins in the stomach
,Adult Blood Volume Approx. 6 liters for 150 lb male
Airway Obstruction Blockage preventing airflow to the lungs
Allergic reaction respiratory effects Include coughing, hoarseness, labored breathing
,Allergic Reaction Signs Decreased BP, itching, swelling, breathing difficulty
Alveoli Tiny air sacs in the lungs for gas exchange
Applying restraints to an excited delirium patient Use minimal restraint as necessary to protect patient, continual ass
Never transport prone.
, Approaching airborne contamination Approach upwind from the incident
Approaching Airborne Hazmat/Fire Scene Determining percentage of body surface burned
Assessing pulse of hypothermic patient Check the pulse for 30 seconds
