MA CH6 Book/Notes

Codes

Facilities often use codes to inform staff of emergencies while preventing panic and stress among patients. These codes are usually described by color. For example, Code Red means fire. Code blue means cardiac arrest. The meanings of these codes may vary from facility to facility.

Treat a minor burn

1) notify the provider immediately. Put on gloves

2) Use cool, clean running water to decrease the skin temperature and prevent further injury. Do not use ice or ice water, as ice may cause further skin damage. Dampen a clean cloth with cool water and place it over the burn.

3) Once pain has eased, you can cover the area with a dry, clean dressing or no adhesive sterile bandage.

4) Remove and discard your gloves and wash your hands.

Major burns

Do not use ointment, water, salve, or grease on burn.

F.A.S.T.

A common FAST acronym is used for stroke recognition:

• F – Face drooping

• A – Arm weakness

• S – Speech difficulty

• T – Time to call emergency services

First degree burns

affect only the outermost layer of the skin, which is called the epidermis.

Second degree burns

damage both the epidermis and part of the dermis, causing redness, blisters, and pain.

Third degree burns

destroy the epidermis, dermis, and underlying tissues, sometimes reaching muscle and bone, often appearing charred or white and may require skin grafts.

Weight is centered in

The pelvis

OSHA guidelines

rules set to ensure workplace safety by requiring proper training, protective equipment, and hazard management to prevent injuries and illnesses; including chemicals, hazards, etc.