GMT Safe Talk Dec 2025

Who can use the EMK Glucometer with GMS permission?

All cabin crew

List any 3 signs and symptoms for hyperventilation

• breathing is fast or deep

• Difficulty breathing/shortness of breath

• Possible anxiety (panic attack)

• Tingling around the mouth

• Blurred vision

True or false?

When dealing with a life-threatening medical condition, no permissions are required and the nearest FAK can be opened.

True

Which medication is used as the first choice in the management of sinus distress caused by Barotrauma?

Saline Ampules

What does the T stand for in the STOP acronym in guidelines for stopping CPR?

Turned over to Local Emergency Medical Services.

What is the first step of the primary assessment?

Assess scene safety and take standard precautions.

Which medical kit contains the medication for Nausea, Vomiting and Mild Allergies in children?

EMK

True or false?

All PPE used for managing suspected communicable disease or those contaminated with blood and vomit should be disposed of in a waste bag.

False (in a biohazard bag)

What is the depth of chest compression for infants?

At least 4cm

List 2 signs and symptoms of a Deformed Joint (Dislocation)

• severe pain

• Deformity of a joint

• Loss of movement of affected limb

• Swelling and possible bruising

True or false?

Purser/CSV must be present as a witness during the opening of the controlled medications bag and medication retrieval.

True

How often should the vital signs be monitored on a conscious casualty?

Every 5 minutes

Which medical kit contains the passenger locator forms?

UPK

What is the appropriate position for a conscious casualty suffering from Asthma?

Sitting upright leaning forward.

What is the correct management if a dry powder if observed on the burn?

Brush it off with a gloved hand or cloth before flushing the area with water.

True or false?

In the management of Low Blood Sugar, cabin crew are not required to consult with GMS before allowing the causality to take their own medications.

False

What is the appropriate position for a casualty with nose bleeding which is caused by an injury?

• have the casualty stay in the position found

• Apply spinal motion restriction; consider a head, neck or back injury

Where do you check the pulse of a responsive infant?

Brachial pulse

What are the contents of the delivery kit? (4 items)

• Mucous Extractor

• Sterile Umbilical Cord Scissors

• Cord Clamps

• Underpad

What colour seals should be used for closing a complete serviceable SEMK after use?

Green