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What is the primary action to take when someone is unresponsive and not breathing?
What is the primary action to take when someone is unresponsive and not breathing?
- Start CPR (correct)
- Raise their legs above heart level
- Check for a pulse
- Call for help immediately
How deep should chest compressions be during CPR?
How deep should chest compressions be during CPR?
- 5-6 cm (correct)
- 1-2 cm
- 8-10 cm
- 3-4 cm
What is the compression-to-breath ratio during CPR?
What is the compression-to-breath ratio during CPR?
- 30:2 (correct)
- 20:4
- 10:1
- 15:2
When should you stop performing CPR?
When should you stop performing CPR?
What should you do if there is an embedded object in a wound?
What should you do if there is an embedded object in a wound?
What is the purpose of an AED?
What is the purpose of an AED?
What immediate action should be taken to control bleeding?
What immediate action should be taken to control bleeding?
What is a sign of cardiac arrest?
What is a sign of cardiac arrest?
What is the primary purpose of a tourniquet in medical emergencies?
What is the primary purpose of a tourniquet in medical emergencies?
What should you do if a tourniquet is applied incorrectly?
What should you do if a tourniquet is applied incorrectly?
Which of the following is a suitable pressure point for controlling bleeding?
Which of the following is a suitable pressure point for controlling bleeding?
What is the role of homeostatic agents in wound care?
What is the role of homeostatic agents in wound care?
Which phase of wound healing is characterized by no wound strength?
Which phase of wound healing is characterized by no wound strength?
When is it appropriate to suture a laceration?
When is it appropriate to suture a laceration?
What is the primary focus during the patient preparation phase before a procedure?
What is the primary focus during the patient preparation phase before a procedure?
What is a common complication associated with sutured wounds?
What is a common complication associated with sutured wounds?
What type of suture is recommended for better cosmetic results on the face?
What type of suture is recommended for better cosmetic results on the face?
During wound packing, which action is important?
During wound packing, which action is important?
Which condition should be carefully monitored when applying a tourniquet?
Which condition should be carefully monitored when applying a tourniquet?
What type of agent is tranexamic acid?
What type of agent is tranexamic acid?
Which of the following statements about wound inspection is true?
Which of the following statements about wound inspection is true?
What can result from allowing a tourniquet to remain in place for too long?
What can result from allowing a tourniquet to remain in place for too long?
Flashcards
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Care provided by first responders during cardiac arrest or respiratory distress, crucial for immediate survival.
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac Arrest
A sudden, life-threatening condition where the heart stops beating and cannot circulate blood efficiently.
CPR Step 1
CPR Step 1
Check for responsiveness and normal breathing.
CPR Step 2-4
CPR Step 2-4
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CPR Compression Ratio
CPR Compression Ratio
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AED
AED
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Bleeding Control
Bleeding Control
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Embedded object (Bleeding)
Embedded object (Bleeding)
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Tourniquet application
Tourniquet application
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Wound packing
Wound packing
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Pressure points
Pressure points
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Homeostatic agents
Homeostatic agents
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Wound healing phases
Wound healing phases
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Sutures
Sutures
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Wound cleansing
Wound cleansing
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Debridement
Debridement
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Anaesthesia
Anaesthesia
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Initial assessment
Initial assessment
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Informed consent
Informed consent
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Wound complications
Wound complications
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Equipment for wound care
Equipment for wound care
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Suture types
Suture types
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Lacerations
Lacerations
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Study Notes
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Refers to care given initially by first responders during cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Immediate, fundamental action. Early BLS can restart a heart. Delays are fatal.
- Cardiac arrest:
- Unresponsive, absent or abnormal breathing (labored breathing, agonal breathing).
- Seizure-like movements at initial stage.
- Heart stops beating; blood circulation stops.
- BLS Steps:
- Check for a response.
- Check for abnormal or absent breathing.
- Call emergency services.
- Start CPR and rescue breaths.
- After AED arrives, switch to AED use.
- AED:
- Detects abnormal heart rhythms.
- Delivers electrical shocks if needed.
- Clear instructions.
- CPR:
- Main priority: Chest compressions (lower half of sternum, 5-6 cm deep, 100-120/min) allowing full recoil of the chest.
- 30:2 compression-to-breath ratio.
- Continue until help arrives or becomes exhausted.
Bleeding
- Direct pressure is the initial response to control bleeding.
- Apply direct pressure to the bleeding site with clean cloth, tissue, or gauze.
- Maintain pressure until bleeding stops or help arrives.
- For wounds on arms or legs, elevate the limb above the heart.
- Deep wounds, large blood vessels, neck, or torso injuries may need special consideration.
- Avoid removing embedded objects. Instead, apply pressure around the object.
Embedded Objects
- Do not remove objects.
- Apply pressure around the object (above and below).
Amputations and Trauma
- Do not use tourniquets in crush injuries or amputations.
- Tourniquets are for life-threatening bleeding.
- Wrap the tourniquet above the wound and constrict blood flow.
- Keep the bleeding site and heart a few inches apart.
- Do not remove the tourniquet until medical help arrives.
- Note potential complications.
Wound Packing
- Wash hands. Remove bandages.
- Clean the wound with saline and sterile gauze or padding.
- Push packing material into wound areas.
- Cover and secure the wound.
Homeostatic Agents
- Substances that promote blood clotting and control bleeding.
- Topical hemostatic agents are applied directly to the bleeding.
- Systemic hemostatic agents are taken orally or injected to promote blood clotting systemically.
- Example: Desmopressin, Factor concentrates, Tranexamic acid.
Wound Healing and Sutures
- Wound healing phases: Lag, Fibroplasia, and Maturation.
- Equipment for wound closure includes staplers, sutures, and instruments for wound preparation.
- Patient preparation: Informed consent, assessment of the wound.
- Debridement removes dead tissue.
- Principles for wound closure: Minimizing tension, closing with minimal trauma, eliminating dead space.
- Sutures include Simple interrupted, Simple running, Deep to inverted knot, Vertical mattress, Horizontal, and Subcuticular.
- Wound healing complications include infection, pain, and bleeding.
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Test your knowledge on Basic Life Support (BLS) procedures, focusing on the critical steps during cardiac arrest and respiratory distress. Understand the significance of early BLS actions, CPR techniques, and the use of AEDs. This quiz aims to reinforce life-saving skills that can make a difference in emergencies.
