Definition 1 of 56
- brush off dry chemicals
- flush with copious amounts of water
pain management
sexual assault
chemical burn
impaled objects
Definition 2 of 56
- gentle warming
- drink warm fluids
- blankets
- dry dressing
- avoid unnecessary movement (why?)
- npo (means no medication by mouth)
- prolonged cpr may be indicated
cold exposure
routine delivery
allergic reaction
sexual assault
,Definition 3 of 56
- ensure patent airway
- o2/ventilate
- advise patient not to bathe or change clothes
- consult with law enforcement on scene
poisoning/overdose
respiratory distress
neurological trauma
sexual assault
Definition 4 of 56
- ensure patent airway
- o2 sat
- o2/ventilate
- if no time for transport deliver on scene (be careful of mid delivery emergencies)
- when transporting, transport pt on left side (why?)
poisoning/overdose
obstetrical emergencies
psychiatric/behavioral emergencies
respiratory distress
,Definition 5 of 56
- G rossmont
- T ricity
- P alomar
- U csd Hillcrest
- S cripps Mercy Hillcrest
- S harp Memorial
- S cripps La Jolla
base hospitals
sexual assault
near drownings
jellyfish sting
Definition 6 of 56
Steer in the same direction of the skid and ease up on the accelerator
You are driving an ambulance at 60 MPH, during your drive you encounter ICY
conditions, you should decrease your speed to what MPH?
As the driver approaches a red light with all lanes blocked by traffic the best course of
action is to:
You are driving an ambulance during your drive you encounter rainy conditions, and
begin to get out of control, you should
( ambulance hydroplanes)
Hydroplaning is a very dangerous situation that can lead to a serious accident. It can
happen to any vehicle and is caused when
, Definition 7 of 56
- don't allow patent to become hypothermic
- flush with non chilled water/saline
- cover with dry dressing
trauma centers
jellyfish sting
Thermal Burn
heat exhaustion
Definition 8 of 56
18
After 24 consecutive hours awake, impairment is equivalent to a blood alcohol content
of:
One Leg of a Ped burn Patient
normal blood sugar
One Leg of a Adult Burn Patient
Definition 9 of 56
18 + 18 = 36%
One Arm of a Adult and Ped Burn Patient
Posterior + Anterior of an Adult and Ped Burn Patient
One Leg of a Ped burn Patient
While Driving with lights and sirens you come across a school bus with a stop sign out
you should:
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