48 Questions
What is a common sign of hyperventilation?
Numbness or tingling in fingertips and toes
What should you do if a victim of shock has a suspected head injury?
Do not elevate their legs
What is the proper action to take for a victim of respiratory difficulty?
Maintain an open airway
What is a primary goal of shock treatment?
Improving blood flow
When should a victim of hyperventilation be advised to breathe into a paper bag?
Only when directed to do so by STAT-MD
What is a common treatment for respiratory difficulty?
Provide high flow oxygen
What should you do for a victim of shock to maintain their body temperature?
Keep them warm with coats or other covering
What should you do if a victim is experiencing shortness of breath?
Contact STAT-MD
What is the correct sequence of assessment in a medical emergency?
A-B-C
What should a Flight Attendant do if a passenger is experiencing a stroke?
Administer high-flow oxygen, keep the passenger at rest, and monitor their airway
What equipment is used to respond to a medical emergency?
Portable Oxygen Bottle (POB) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
What should Flight Attendants do during landing when providing first aid care?
Continue providing care, but ensure the 'A' and 'B' jumpseats are covered
What is the correct action to take if a passenger is experiencing unequal pupils?
Monitor their airway and contact STAT-MD
What is the purpose of the 'A, B, Cs' of assessment?
To assess a medical emergency and provide appropriate care
What should be done if a passenger is experiencing confusion?
Administer high-flow oxygen and contact STAT-MD
What equipment is used to provide oxygen therapy?
Portable Oxygen Bottle (POB)
What is the primary action to take when a person is experiencing an allergic reaction?
Seek medical attention immediately
What is the primary sign of respiratory difficulty in an allergic reaction?
Difficulty breathing or tightness in the chest
What is the appropriate treatment for a person experiencing respiratory difficulty due to an allergic reaction?
Provide high-flow oxygen and keep the person sitting upright
What is the primary indication for administering oxygen in a poisoning situation?
If the person becomes unconscious
What should be done initially when treating a person experiencing poisoning?
Maintain an open airway
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy in a medical emergency?
To support breathing and oxygenation
What should be done when a person becomes unconscious due to poisoning?
Maintain an open airway and provide high-flow oxygen
What is the primary indicator of an allergic reaction?
Itching or hives
What is the primary goal of treating a victim with respiratory difficulty?
To maintain open airway
What is the primary action to take when treating a victim of shock?
To provide high flow oxygen
What is the primary reason to contact STAT-MD when a victim is experiencing hyperventilation?
To report the symptoms and get guidance
What is the primary consequence of not treating a victim of shock promptly?
Cardiac arrest
What is the primary indication for administering oxygen therapy in a medical emergency?
When the victim is experiencing respiratory difficulty
What is the primary action to take when treating a victim of respiratory difficulty?
To maintain an open airway
What is the primary consequence of not providing high flow oxygen to a victim of shock?
Cardiac arrest
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy in a medical emergency?
To maintain oxygen saturation
What should a Flight Attendant do during landing while providing first aid care?
Return to their jumpseat and ensure the 'A' and 'B' jumpseats are covered.
What is the primary goal of the 'A, B, Cs' of assessment?
To identify signs of life and prioritize care.
What should a Flight Attendant do if a passenger is experiencing a stroke?
All of the above.
What is the primary action to take when a person is experiencing respiratory difficulty?
Administer high-flow oxygen.
What equipment is used to provide oxygen therapy?
Portable Oxygen Bottle (POB)
What should a Flight Attendant do if a passenger is experiencing confusion?
Give the passenger nothing by mouth and monitor their airway.
What should a Flight Attendant do if a passenger is experiencing unequal pupils?
Contact STAT-MD and continue to monitor the passenger's condition.
What should a Flight Attendant do if a passenger is experiencing a sudden illness?
Contact STAT-MD and continue to monitor the passenger's condition.
What should be done initially when treating a person experiencing respiratory difficulty due to an allergic reaction?
Administer high-flow oxygen
What is the primary indication for administering oxygen in a poisoning situation?
Abnormal breathing/pulse rate
What should be done if a victim of shock is experiencing difficulty breathing?
Provide high-flow oxygen
What is the primary goal of oxygen therapy in a medical emergency?
To support breathing
What should be done if a person becomes unconscious due to poisoning?
Maintain open airway
What should be done initially when treating a person experiencing poisoning?
Maintain open airway
What should be done if a victim is experiencing shortness of breath due to an allergic reaction?
Provide high-flow oxygen
What is the primary action to take when a person is experiencing an allergic reaction?
Contact STAT-MD
Study Notes
Hyperventilation
- Carbon dioxide level in blood is lowered due to heavy breathing, often a result of fear or anxiety
- Symptoms: numbness or tingling in fingertips and toes, confusion, dizziness
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, calm and reassure victim, slow passenger's breathing by talking to him/her
Shock
- Symptoms: cold, clammy skin, pale, bluish skin color, weakness, rapid/shallow breathing, low blood pressure, dry mouth
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, provide high flow oxygen, have victim lie down with legs slightly elevated, maintain body temperature
Respiratory Difficulty
- Symptoms: shortness of breath, labored, rapid breathing, unusual breathing (wheezing), drowsiness, general weakness
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, maintain open airway, provide high flow oxygen, administer oxygen, watch for airway obstruction
Allergic Reaction
- Symptoms: itching or hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in chest, wheezing, swollen face/tongue, swelling in throat
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, monitor victim constantly, provide high-flow oxygen if short of breath, keep sitting upright, seek medical attention immediately
Poisoning
- Symptoms: burns or stains around victim's mouth, unusual breath or body odors, abnormal breathing/pulse rate, dilated or constricted pupils, vomiting/diarrhea, abdominal pain
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, maintain open airway, try to determine what was taken, provide high flow oxygen, seek medical attention
Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
- AEDs are available on FR2 and FRX
Medical Emergencies and Treatments
- Assessment basics: A-Airway, B-Breathing, C-Check for Signs of Life/Circulation
Administering First Aid During Landing
- Flight Attendants may continue providing care during landing, not in jumpseat
- Remaining Flight Attendants will ensure both "A" and "B" jumpseats (doors) are covered
Sudden Illness
- No specific information
Stroke
- Symptoms: flushed, red appearance, confusion, headache, one-sided paralysis, unequal pupils
- Actions: contact STAT-MD, administer high-flow oxygen, keep at rest with head slightly elevated, give nothing by mouth, monitor airway
Medical Emergencies and Treatments
- Hyperventilation occurs when the carbon dioxide level in the blood is lowered due to heavy breathing, often caused by fear or anxiety.
- Symptoms include numbness or tingling in fingertips and toes, confusion, and dizziness.
- Action: Calm and reassure the victim, slow down their breathing, and explain what is happening.
Shock
- Cold, clammy, or pale skin with a bluish color are signs of shock.
- Symptoms include weakness, rapid/shallow breathing, low blood pressure, and a dry mouth.
- Action: Contact STAT-MD, provide high-flow oxygen, and have the victim lie down with their legs slightly elevated to improve blood flow.
Respiratory Difficulty
- Symptoms include shortness of breath, labored breathing, unusual breathing sounds, drowsiness, and general weakness.
- Action: Contact STAT-MD, maintain an open airway, provide high-flow oxygen, and watch for airway obstruction.
Allergic Reaction
- Symptoms include itching, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, and swelling in the face, tongue, or throat.
- Action: Contact STAT-MD, monitor the victim constantly, and look for a MEDIC ALERT emblem.
Poisoning
- Symptoms include burns or stains around the mouth, unusual breath or body odors, abnormal breathing/pulse rate, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
- Action: Contact STAT-MD, maintain an open airway, and try to determine what was taken.
Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
- AED devices are available on FR2 and FRX flights.
Assessment Basics
- The A, B, Cs of assessment are:
- A: Airway
- B: Breathing
- C: Check for Signs of Life/Circulation
Administering First Aid During Landing
- Flight attendants may continue providing care during landing, but must not be in their jumpseat.
- Remaining flight attendants will ensure both jumpseats (doors) are covered.
Sudden Illness
- No specific information provided.
Stroke
- Symptoms include a flushed, red appearance, headache, confusion, numbness or one-sided paralysis, and unequal pupils.
- Action: Contact STAT-MD, administer high-flow oxygen, keep the victim at rest with their head slightly elevated, and give nothing by mouth.
Learn how to identify and treat hyperventilation, a medical emergency caused by heavy breathing, often resulting from fear or anxiety.
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