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What does the principle of 'Preserve life' emphasize in emergency care?
Which of the following principles is NOT part of the 3Ps in emergency treatment?
In first aid, why should an injured person not be moved if their life is not in danger?
How is triage primarily used in emergency departments?
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What should a first aider do if a person is unconscious and unable to maintain their airway?
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What is the purpose of assessing a patient's neurologic disability using the Glasgow Coma Scale?
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Which group of people requires parental permission for care in emergency situations?
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What is the primary purpose of triage in emergency care?
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What defines a mass casualty incident?
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Which term refers to the immediate emergency treatment given to an injured person?
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What is one of the key responsibilities of first aiders at an emergency scene?
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Which of the following best describes Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome?
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What should first aiders ensure about their casualty reports?
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What does BLS stand for in emergency care contexts?
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What is the primary focus of ACLS?
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Study Notes
Trauma
- Trauma refers to injuries caused by external force, exceeding the body's ability to protect itself.
- Trauma can be intentional or unintentional.
Emergency Management
- Emergency management is the care given to critical patients with urgent needs.
Triage
- Triage is the process of assessing patients to prioritize care based on severity.
First Aid
- First aid is immediate care given to an injured person until professional medical help arrives.
BLS
- Basic Life Support (BLS) is a level of medical care provided to patients until full medical care is available.
ACLS
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) involves interventions for cardiac arrest and life-threatening emergencies.
Defibrillation
- Defibrillation restores normal heart rhythm in cases of ventricular or atrial fibrillation.
Disaster
- A disaster is a catastrophic event disrupting life patterns, requiring emergency interventions to save lives and the environment.
Mass Casualty Incident
- A Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) occurs when the number of casualties exceeds available resources.
Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD)
- PTSD develops after a traumatic experience beyond normal human experience, leading to characteristic symptoms.
Principles of Emergency Care
- First aid is the initial emergency care given at the scene.
- First aiders and assistants should continue care until medical professionals take over.
- First aiders should document relevant details of the incident for potential legal use.
- Treatment principles include preserving life, preventing further injury, and promoting recovery.
- The level of injury determines the level of treatment needed.
- The principles of "first, do no harm" and "life over limb" are essential.
Aims of Emergency Care
- Protecting against further injury is paramount.
- Preservation of life is the primary goal.
- Promoting recovery is critical.
- Preventing injuries in all age groups is essential.
- Promoting healthy lifestyles is encouraged.
Protection Against Further Injury
- Injured individuals should not be moved unless their lives are in danger.
- Life-threatening situations involve significant risk of death.
Preservation of Life
- Maintaining a clear airway is crucial for survival.
- Unconscious patients may require airway assistance.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a vital procedure when breathing and pulse are absent.
Promoting Recovery
- First aiders are trained in dealing with minor and major injuries.
- They may provide basic care or maintain the condition until professional care arrives.
Age Groups in First Aid
- Infant: Younger than 1 year old
- Child: Above 1 year old
- Adult: 12 years old or older
- Parental consent is required for child/infant care, unless the parent is unavailable or injured.
Promoting Healthy Lifestyles
- Encourage healthy eating habits.
- Encourage physical activity.
- Be a role model for healthy choices.
Triage in Emergency Care
- Triage is the process of sorting patients based on the severity of their health problems and the immediacy of treatment required.
- Essential information gathered during triage includes:
- Circumstances and location of the injury/illness
- Time of onset of symptoms
- Consciousness after injury/onset of illness
- Mode of arrival to the hospital
- Pre-existing medical or surgical history
- Medications, especially hormones, insulin, digitals, and anticoagulants.
- Allergies
- Bleeding tendencies
- Last meal eaten
- Physician information
- Tetanus immunization date
Assess and Intervene
- The primary survey focuses on stabilizing life-threatening conditions using the ABCD method:
- Airway
- Breathing
- Circulation
- Disability
- The secondary survey includes:
- Complete health history and head-to-toe assessment
- Diagnostic and laboratory testing
- Monitoring device insertion
- Splinting of suspected fractures
- Wound cleaning and dressing
- Other interventions based on individual patient needs
- After assessment, stabilization, and testing, medical and nursing diagnoses are made, treatment is initiated, and plans for patient disposition are determined.
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Description
This quiz explores essential concepts in emergency medical response, including trauma, triage, first aid, and advanced life support techniques. It is designed for those seeking to understand the critical care provided in emergencies and disaster situations. Test your knowledge on how to effectively manage life-threatening scenarios.
