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What is the first step in the treatment of hyperthermia according to the given text?
What action should be taken if heat stroke is suspected during the treatment of hyperthermia?
What is the first step in treating hypothermia according to the given text?
What should be done if a patient with hypothermia is in cardiac arrest according to the given text?
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Check pulse – rate and regularity How long may it need to be checked?
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What is the recommended action for treating frostbite according to the given text?
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What is the second step to be taken for hypothermia according to policy?
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What should be avoided during the treatment of frostbite according to the given text?
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What is the recommended oxygen flow rate for a near-drowning patient who is unstable?
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When should spine immobilization be considered during near-drowning treatment?
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Under what condition should a near-drowning patient be transported as Code 3?
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What is the recommended transport mode for awake and alert near-drowning patients?
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What is the minimum assessment indicated for all victims with an unknown down time?
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When should all cold water victims be resuscitated according to the given text?
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What is recommended for the treatment of warm water victims submerged for less than 30 minutes?
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When should resuscitation be performed for all victims with an unknown time of submersion?
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All unheated bodies of water should be considered as?
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Study Notes
Treatment of Hyperthermia
- The first step in treating hyperthermia is to check pulse – rate and regularity.
- If heat stroke is suspected during treatment, the patient should be cooled rapidly.
Treatment of Hypothermia
- The first step in treating hypothermia is to check pulse – rate and regularity for at least 30 seconds.
- If the patient is in cardiac arrest, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be initiated.
Treatment of Frostbite
- The recommended action for treating frostbite is to rapidly re-warm the affected area.
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the affected area during treatment.
Near-Drowning Treatment
- The recommended oxygen flow rate for an unstable near-drowning patient is 10-15 liters per minute.
- Spine immobilization should be considered during near-drowning treatment if the patient is unconscious or has a decreased level of consciousness.
- A near-drowning patient should be transported as Code 3 if they are unstable or require ongoing resuscitation.
- Awake and alert near-drowning patients should be transported via non-emergency mode.
- A minimum assessment of CPR and oxygen administration is indicated for all victims with an unknown down time.
- All cold water victims should be resuscitated according to the American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
- Warm water victims submerged for less than 30 minutes can be treated with supportive care.
- Resuscitation should be performed for all victims with an unknown time of submersion.
- All unheated bodies of water should be considered as hypothermic.
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Test your knowledge on the assessment and treatment methods for hyperthermia. Learn about treating for shock, cooling techniques, and considerations for heat stroke.