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The acronym BE-FAST is used to assess possible ______ or TIA patients.
The acronym BE-FAST is used to assess possible ______ or TIA patients.
stroke
In the BE-FAST assessment, 'B' stands for ______.
In the BE-FAST assessment, 'B' stands for ______.
Balance
BRUE stands for Brief, Resolved, Unexplained ______.
BRUE stands for Brief, Resolved, Unexplained ______.
Event
The term 'Definitive Therapy' implies an immediate need for the administration of a ______ bolus or medications.
The term 'Definitive Therapy' implies an immediate need for the administration of a ______ bolus or medications.
End-Tidal CO2 monitoring is mandatory for ______ patients.
End-Tidal CO2 monitoring is mandatory for ______ patients.
LEADSD is an acronym for assessing endotracheal ______ attempts.
LEADSD is an acronym for assessing endotracheal ______ attempts.
A Nebulizer is an O2-powered delivery system for medications or normal ______.
A Nebulizer is an O2-powered delivery system for medications or normal ______.
An Opioid-Dependent Pain Management Patient is one who takes prescribed ______ for chronic pain.
An Opioid-Dependent Pain Management Patient is one who takes prescribed ______ for chronic pain.
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BE-FAST
BE-FAST
A rapid assessment tool used to identify potential stroke symptoms in patients. It stands for Balance, Eyes, Face, Arms, Speech, and Time. Abnormal findings can indicate a stroke emergency.
FAST-ED
FAST-ED
A prehospital scale used to assess stroke severity in patients who have already tested positive for BE-FAST. It stands for Facial Palsy, Arm Weakness, Speech Changes, Time, Eye Deviation, and Denial/Neglect.
Brief, Resolved, Unexplained Event (BRUE)
Brief, Resolved, Unexplained Event (BRUE)
A sudden, brief, but resolved episode in infants under 12 months, involving symptoms like altered breathing, color changes, or muscle tone changes.
Definitive Therapy
Definitive Therapy
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End-Tidal CO2 (EtCO2)
End-Tidal CO2 (EtCO2)
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LEADSD
LEADSD
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Nebulizer
Nebulizer
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Opioid-Dependent Pain Management Patient
Opioid-Dependent Pain Management Patient
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Study Notes
BE-FAST Stroke Screening Scale
- Used to assess possible Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or stroke in patients.
- Includes evaluation of balance, eyes, face, arms/legs, speech, and time.
FAST-ED Stroke Scale
- Used to evaluate stroke severity in patients with a positive BE-FAST result.
BRUE (Brief Resolved Unexplained Event)
- Episode affecting infants under 12 months.
- Characterized by sudden, brief, and resolved episodes of:
- Irregular breathing, decreased or absent.
- Changes in skin colour (cyanosis, pallor).
- Muscle tone changes (hypertonia or hypotonia).
- Altered level of responsiveness.
Definitive Therapy
- Immediate administration of fluids or medications needed.
End-Tidal CO2 (EtCO2) Monitoring
- Continuous monitoring of end-tidal CO2 considered mandatory in intubated patients.
- Refer to Skills List (S-104) for exceptions.
LEADSD (Endotracheal Intubation Assessment)
- Acronym representing steps in assessing and documenting endotracheal intubation attempts.
- Includes Lung Sounds, End-Tidal CO2 Detection, Absence of Abdominal Sounds, Depth, Size, and Documentation.
Nebulizer
- Delivery system for administering normal saline or medications.
Opioid
- Substances derived from opium, morphine, or synthetic equivalents.
- Has effects on opioid receptors (analgesia, somnolence, respiratory depression).
Pediatric Patient
- Patients are defined by their age (14 years or younger):
- Neonate (birth to 30 days).
- Infant (1 month to 1 year)
Opioid Overdose (Symptomatic)
- Decreased level of consciousness and/or respiratory depression (e.g., respiratory rate < 12 or EtCO2 ≥ 40 mmHg).
Perilaryngeal Airway Adjunct (PAA)
- Airway options:
- Supraglottic airway (SGA): "i-gel" (only approved device for pre-hospital use in San Diego County)
- Retroglottic airway: "King Airway" (only approved device for pre-hospital use in San Diego County)
Unstable Patient
- Criteria for unstable patients:
- Age 15 years or older with systolic blood pressure (SBP) below 90 mmHg, exhibiting signs of inadequate perfusion.
- Age 14 years or younger with signs of inadequate perfusion, including altered mental status, pallor/cyanosis, or hypotension by age.
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