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First Aid
First Aid
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Medical
Not Applicable
04/25/2011

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Term
Recognizing an emergency is the first step to __________.
Definition
Responding
Term
The __________ describes steps to take in an emergency.
Definition
Triage Manual
Term
It is important to find out __________ when a patient calls exhibitng symptoms that may be associated with an emergency.
Definition
If another person is with the patient
Term
HIPAA regulations allow protected information to be given to __________ in an emergency.
Definition
EMS Personnel
Term
A pulse oxiimeter measures the amount of __________.
Definition
Oxygen in the blood
Term
A cannula distributes oxygen directly into the patient's __________.
Definition
Nose
Term
__________ diabetes requires the use of insulin to control.
Definition
Type 1
Term
__________ requires early intervention with sugar tablets, orange juice, or candy.
Definition
Hypoglycemia
Term
A flushed face, fruity breath, and weak, rapid pulse may indicate __________.
Definition
Hyperglycemia
Term
The __________ is used to dislodge material from the trachea.
Definition
Heimlich Maneuver
Term
The __________ may restart or regulate the heartbeat.
Definition
AED Device
Term
__________ is indicated when breathing has stopped.
Definition
Pulmonary Resuscitation
Term
__________ refers to a displacement at the joint.
Definition
Dislocation
Term
__________ to an injury of the joint, muscle, or tendon helps to reduce the swelling.
Definition
Application of Ice
Term
Suturing of deep lacerations must be done within __________ of injury
Definition
8 Hours
Term
Bleeding is controlled by __________ around the extremity.
Definition
Pressure
Term
__________is usually given when there is a puncture wound to patients who are not current on their immunizations.
Definition
Tetanus Antitoxin or Tetanus Booster
Term
When referring to burns, the higher the degree the number __________.
Definition
The more severe the burn
Term
To respond to an emergency telephone call you should __________.
Definition
Follow office guidelines by either referencing the triage manual or notifying the physician right away.
Term
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia
Definition
-Agitation
-Confusion
-Full, punding pulse
-Headache
-Low blood glucose level
-Moist skin, excessive perspiration
-Pale complexion
Term
Symptoms of Hyperglycemia
Definition
-Dry skin and tongue
-Flushed face
-Fruity Breath
-High Blood Glucose Level
-Stupor
-Weak, rapid pulse
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