Internal Bleeding Recognition and Treatment

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What is the first step in caring for a newly delivered baby?

Wipe away any fluid from its mouth (correct)

Administer medication

Check for any visible injuries

Cut the umbilical cord

What is the primary cause of an asthma attack?

Muscle spasms in the air passage

A subconscious condition

An allergic reaction to substances like pollen or dust (correct)

Psychological stress

How can you distinguish a hysterical attack from other types of attacks?

The person's face will change color

The person will hit their head or bite their tongue

The person will become unconscious

The person will resist any attempt to open their eyes (correct)

What is a common symptom of an asthma attack?

Blue discoloration of the skin Signup and view all the answers

How should you treat a person experiencing a hysterical attack?

Take them to a quiet area and reassure them Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason a person who has fainted does not need oxygen?

They have a lack of blood to the brain Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for when blood clots form in the deep veins of the leg?

Deep Vein Thrombosis Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to a person with Deep Vein Thrombosis if the clot breaks off?

They may experience a Pulmonary Embolus Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Deep Vein Thrombosis?

Swelling of the calf Signup and view all the answers

Where do blood clots typically form in Deep Vein Thrombosis?

In the deep veins of the leg Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of Deep Vein Thrombosis?

A Pulmonary Embolus Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct position for administering back slaps on a conscious infant?

Between the shoulder blades, with the heel of the hand Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after giving 5 back slaps on a conscious infant?

Check the infant's mouth for the obstruction and remove it if seen Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of hyperventilation (呼吸過度)?

Anxiety or fear, which is usually subconscious in nature Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of hyperventilation (呼吸過度)?

Numbness and tingling sensation in the hands and feet Signup and view all the answers

When treating a conscious infant for choking, where should you place your fingers for chest thrusts?

One finger's width below the nipple line Signup and view all the answers

What should the cabin crew do to adjust to the casualty's height when treating a child for choking?

Squat down behind the child to adjust to their height Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to take when handling a person with major external bleeding?

Check for foreign objects or fractures at the wound site Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying indirect pressure when dealing with external bleeding?

To apply pressure on the wound if direct pressure is not possible Signup and view all the answers

Where is the indirect pressure point for the leg located?

At the centre fold of the groin Signup and view all the answers

Why should you release indirect pressure every 5-10 minutes?

To allow circulation to the affected area Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after the bleeding has stopped or slowed down?

Apply a further dressing and bandage it Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of major external bleeding if left untreated?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of insulin in the body?

To regulate the sugar concentration in the blood Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of hypoglycemia?

Lack of sugar or too much insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of hyperglycemia?

Breath that smells faintly of nail varnish remover Signup and view all the answers

Why do diabetics need to carefully balance their diet or regulate their blood sugar levels?

To prevent the brain function from being rapidly affected Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of uncontrolled hyperglycemia?

Loss of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

What might a diabetic person carry to quickly raise their blood sugar level?

Sugar lumps or glucose tablets Signup and view all the answers

What is the brief description of epilepsy?

A brief disruption in the normal electrical activity of the brain Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of a stroke?

Lips may turn blue Signup and view all the answers

What may occur just before an epileptic fit?

A few minutes warning – headache, dizziness, ringing in ears, spots before eyes Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of a stroke casualty?

The casualty may feel dazed and be unaware of his actions Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of a stroke?

The casualty may have paralysis on one side or both sides of the body Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of an epileptic fit?

The casualty’s body becomes rigid for a few seconds with arching of the back Signup and view all the answers