EMS Lecture Final Review Flashcards

Vocabulary-style practice flashcards based on the EMS lecture notes, covering trauma, respiratory emergencies, medical protocols, and triage.

Keytones

Chemicals produced by the body when metabolizing fat instead of glucose.

Cushing Triad

Signs of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) consisting of high BP, slow HR (Heart Rate), and irregular respirations.

Emphysema

A respiratory condition caused by the stretching of pulmonary alveoli.

Passive Ventilations

Air movement that occurs during chest rise and fall.

Albuterol Instructions

Instruct the patient to exhale, then inhale the medication and hold it as long as they can.

Albuterol Side Effects

Potential physiological responses including increased BP, increased THR, anxiety, and being lightheaded.

Pelvic Binder

Device used to stabilize an "Open Book" pelvic injury.

Myocardial Contusion

Heart bruising often resulting from chest impact, frequently seen alongside pulmonary contusion and rib fractures.

PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease)

A clinical condition characterized by pain and a foul-smelling discharge.

Stop CPR Criteria

Reasons to cease cardiopulmonary resuscitation: ROSC (Return of Spontaneous Circulation), exhaustion of the provider, or orders from Med Control.

Blast Injuries (Solid Organs)

Organs most commonly affected by primary or tertiary blast forces, as noted in trauma assessments.

Laceration to Eyeball

Treatment involves covering both eyes and immediate transport.

Hypoxia

A condition that can occur if suctioning the airway is performed for too long.

Ambulance Parking Distance

The recommended distance to park from a scene is $100\,ft$.

Diabetes Treatment (Cardiac Presentation)

Protocol to treat the patient as having a heart attack if they present with chest pain and weakness.

Cerebellum

The area of the brain suspected in a male presenting as intoxicated but potentially suffering from a stroke.

BVM with Dentures

Dentures should only be removed during ventilation if they become loose.

Jumpstart Triage

A triage step where the provider checks for a pulse if there are no respirations (RR).

CPAP Removal

Protocol to remove CPAP if the patient's BP drops by $12$ or more.

Compartment Syndrome

Condition to monitor for in a crushed arm; management includes splinting in the position found.

Evisceration Management

Use the "most sterile dressings" and cover with "PRY" (dry) dressings according to the notes.

BVM Ventilation Oxygen Concentration

Bag Valve Mask (BVM) typically provides $99\%\,O_2$.

Hemophilia

A condition where a patient with a head injury (nausea/headache) is at high risk for internal (intracranial) bleeding.