Bronchial Asthma Introduction: Severity and Management

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following is the key to survival for an asthmatic casualty?

Encouraging the casualty to do vigorous exercise to open up the airways

Leaving the casualty alone to recover on their own

Administering over-the-counter antihistamines immediately

Identifying that an asthmatic casualty needs attention and getting medical help as soon as possible (correct)

What are the common triggers of asthma attack mentioned in the text?

Processed foods, lack of sleep, and excessive screen time

High altitude, low humidity, and excessive sunlight exposure

Sudden loud noises, strong odors, and bright lights

Pollen, mold, and changes in air temperature (correct)

What should be the initial step in managing an asthmatic casualty?

Carry out primary assessment, DRS ABCD (correct)

Immediately administer asthma medication without assessing the casualty

Move the casualty to a colder environment to ease breathing

Encourage the casualty to relax and take deep breaths

What are the signs and symptoms of asthma attack mentioned in the text?

Shortness of breath, cyanosis, and wheezing or other noises during breathing Signup and view all the answers

Where should the casualty be positioned during an asthma attack?

Sitting upright (leaning forward / supported) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the casualty has their medication during an asthma attack?

Assist them in following their asthma plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate management step for an unconscious person experiencing a heart attack?

Commence CPR and AED Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes unstable angina from stable angina?

Occurrence without physical exertion Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach if a heart attack casualty has their prescribed medication available?

Administer prescribed medication if available Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common sign or symptom of a heart attack?

Sense of impending doom Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action to be taken for an unresponsive asthmatic casualty who stops breathing adequately?

Commence CPR and AED Signup and view all the answers

How does stable angina typically differ from unstable angina?

Improvement of symptoms with rest or medication Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct step if a conscious heart attack casualty has their prescribed medication available?

Administer prescribed medication if available Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes stable angina from unstable angina?

Improvement of symptoms with rest or medication Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Asthma Attack Management

Key to survival for an asthmatic casualty: prompt administration of medication
Common triggers of asthma attack: not specified
Initial step in managing an asthmatic casualty: administer medication
Signs and symptoms of asthma attack: not specified
Positioning of casualty during an asthma attack: sit upright
If casualty has medication during an asthma attack: administer it

Heart Attack Management

Most appropriate management step for an unconscious person experiencing a heart attack: call for medical help
Unstable angina distinguished from stable angina: sudden onset, severe symptoms, and unknown triggers
Recommended approach if heart attack casualty has prescribed medication available: take it as directed
Common sign or symptom of heart attack: not specified
Primary action for unresponsive asthmatic casualty who stops breathing adequately: start CPR
Stable angina differs from unstable angina: gradual onset, mild symptoms, and known triggers
Correct step if conscious heart attack casualty has prescribed medication available: take it as directed

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Learn about the severity categories of bronchial asthma attacks and how to manage them effectively. Understand the importance of timely medical attention in preventing fatal outcomes.