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What is the primary aim of administering first aid?
What is the primary aim of administering first aid?
- To administer advanced medical treatments.
- To diagnose the underlying medical condition.
- To provide long-term care for chronic illnesses.
- To sustain life and prevent further harm until professional help arrives. (correct)
In the context of first aid, how would you define 'basic life support'?
In the context of first aid, how would you define 'basic life support'?
- Providing transportation to a medical facility.
- Performing advanced surgical procedures in emergency situations.
- Maintaining vital functions such as breathing and circulation. (correct)
- Administering medications to manage chronic conditions.
What physiological process primarily causes shock, as described in the content?
What physiological process primarily causes shock, as described in the content?
- Regular circulation of blood to the body tissues.
- Dilation of blood vessels due to decreased adrenaline.
- Increased kidney function leading to fluid retention.
- Capillary constriction due to the presence of adrenaline. (correct)
Which of the following is the most appropriate first action when a patient shows early signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock?
Which of the following is the most appropriate first action when a patient shows early signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock?
What steps are crucial during a seizure to ensure the patient's safety?
What steps are crucial during a seizure to ensure the patient's safety?
If a patient is suspected of poisoning, what immediate steps should be taken while awaiting emergency services?
If a patient is suspected of poisoning, what immediate steps should be taken while awaiting emergency services?
During the care of an open wound, why is it important for a medical assistant to wear a surgical mask?
During the care of an open wound, why is it important for a medical assistant to wear a surgical mask?
How should you position a patient who is showing signs of shock, assuming there are no injuries that would contraindicate this position?
How should you position a patient who is showing signs of shock, assuming there are no injuries that would contraindicate this position?
A patient who has just experienced a seizure is now in the postictal phase. What is a common symptom they may exhibit, requiring appropriate care?
A patient who has just experienced a seizure is now in the postictal phase. What is a common symptom they may exhibit, requiring appropriate care?
What is the importance of performing proper hand hygiene before changing a wound dressing?
What is the importance of performing proper hand hygiene before changing a wound dressing?
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First Aid
First Aid
Immediate care given to sustain life, prevent death, minimize disability, and reduce recovery time after an injury or sudden illness.
Shock
Shock
Cardiovascular system's reaction to adrenaline causing capillary constriction, inadequate blood circulation, lowered blood pressure, and decreased kidney function.
Anaphylactic Shock
Anaphylactic Shock
Severe allergic reaction to an allergen (e.g., medication, insect bite) leading to symptoms like pale skin, rapid pulse, and breathing issues; requires immediate treatment, like an EpiPen.
Seizure
Seizure
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Poisoning
Poisoning
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Open Wound
Open Wound
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Study Notes
Administer First Aid and Basic Wound Care
- First aid is immediate care to sustain life, prevent death, limit disability, and reduce recovery time.
- It includes basic life support and vital function maintenance.
- Common needs include treatment for shock, seizures, burns, poisoning, fractures, temperature changes, and wounds.
Shock
- It's a cardiovascular system response to adrenaline, causing capillary constriction.
- Inadequate blood flow to tissues, reduced blood pressure, and impaired kidney function are side effects.
- Causes include trauma, electrical injury, insulin shock, hemorrhage, or drug reactions.
- Can occur with respiratory distress, fever, heart attack, and poisoning.
Anaphylactic Shock
- The body's response to allergens like medication or insect bites/stings.
- Early symptoms: pale, clammy skin, weakness, restlessness, rapid pulse and breathing, and vomiting.
- Late symptoms: apathy, unresponsiveness, dilated pupils, mottled skin, loss of consciousness.
- Death can occur if untreated; use an EpiPen (epinephrine) as the first defense.
- If a patient is going into shock, call 911, lay the patient down with legs elevated (unless painful), keep them still, and monitor their pulse.
- Start CPR if breathing stops.
Seizure
- Uncontrolled muscle activity caused by high body temperature, head injuries, drugs, or epilepsy.
- Prevent injury during a seizure.
- Help patient to the floor if sitting/standing, clear objects, and turn them to their side to prevent choking.
- Post-seizure (postictal phase) symptoms: confusion, headache, exhaustion; allow rest.
Poisoning
- Can occur through ingestion, inhalation, absorption, injection, or radiation; most occur at home.
- Poisoning via ingestion is eating or drinking a substance.
- Signs/symptoms: lip discoloration/burns, unusual odor, vomiting, suspicious containers present.
- If the patient is drowsy, unconscious, has breathing issues/stopped breathing, or is having seizures, seek emergency care or call 911.
- Remove any visible poison from the patient's mouth, skin, or eyes while awaiting care.
- Be aware of aspiration/choking risks if vomiting occurs; continuously monitor vital signs in case CPR is needed.
Open Wound
- Any break in the skin, whether from injury or surgery.
- Medical assistants should practice hand hygiene before putting on sterile or nonsterile gloves when applying or changing dressings.
- Use sterile gloves for sterile dressing changes.
- A surgical mask can prevent wound exposure to microorganisms.
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