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Published	04/07/2024	The order of wound care for open and closed wounds:Immediate {{c1::Expose and examine}}{{c2::Control major hemorrhage}}{{c3::Cover with sterile d…
Published	04/07/2024	Patient Assessment Model Flow{{c1::Scene Safety Evaluation}}{{c2::Primary Survey}}{{c3::Decision Point}}{{c4::Secondary Survey}}{{c5::Protocol}}{{c6::…
Published	04/07/2024	Scene Safety Evaulation{{c1::Hazards}}{{c2::Environment}}{{c3::Mechanism of injury}}{{c4::Number of patients}}{{c5::PPE}}{{c7::Back-up}}{{c6::C-spine …
Published	04/07/2024	Primary Survey Components{{c12::Level of consciousness}}{{c11::C-spine precautions}}{{c10::Airway}}{{c9::Breathing}}{{c8::Circulation}}{{c7::Rapid Bod…
Published	04/07/2024	Secondary Survey Components{{c1::History}}{{c2::Vitals }}{{c3::Head-to-toe}}{{c4::Functional Inquiry}}
Published	04/07/2024	Treatments{{c1::Wound care}}{{c2::Fracture management}}{{c3::Spinal management}}{{c4::Burn management}}{{c5::Management of specific injuries and condi…
Published	04/07/2024	Load and Transport Components{{c1::Stretcher}}{{c3::Reassessment}}{{c2::Equipment}}{{c4::Transport mode}}{{c5::Notification}}
Published	04/07/2024	Records and Reports Components{{c1::Forms }}{{c2::Reports}}
Published	04/07/2024	Preservation of an amputated part{{c1::Stabilize the patient}}{{c2::Rinse the amputated part with cool saline}}{{c3::Loosely wrap in saline-moistened …
Published	04/07/2024	Fracture ManagementPrimary Survey{{c1::Expose and examine}}{{c2::Control major hemorrhage}}{{c3::Stabilitze fractures}}{{c4::Chest distal pulse}}{{c5:…
Published	04/07/2024	Traction Splint Procedure{{c1::Assess distal circulation, sensation, and function}}{{c2::Apply cold if appropriate (on for 10 minutes, off for 5)}}{{c…
Published	04/07/2024	Traction for mid-shaft femur fractures in stable patients{{c3::Closed}}: {{c2::10% of patient's body weight}}; maximum {{c1::15lbs}}{{c4::Open}}: maxi…
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for pelvic binding{{c1::Major mechanism suggestive of pelvic fracture}} and:{{c2::HR >100bpm}} or {{c3::systolic <90mmHg}}{{c4::Pelv…
Published	04/07/2024	Contraindications for pelvic binding{{c1::Hip fracture}}{{c2::Falls from standing height}} or {{c3::other simple falls}}
Published	04/07/2024	All {{c1::hip dislocations and fractures}} are in the {{c2::rapid transport category}}
Published	04/07/2024	Spinal restriction managementPrimary Survey{{c1::Manually stabilize the head and neck}}Treatment {{c2::Apply the hard collar}}{{c3::Place patient…
Published	04/07/2024	NEXUS Criteria{{c1::Midline tenderness}}{{c2::Altered LOC}}{{c3::New focal neurological deficits}}{{c4::Intoxication}}{{c5::Distracting injury}}
Published	04/07/2024	Thoracolumbar injuries should be suspected in:{{c1::Dangerous mechanism of injury}}{{c2::Falls from >3m}}{{c3::Axial load to the head or base of th…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::Traumatic brain injuries}} should be suspected in any patient with {{c2::head trauma}}, and {{c3::any altered LOC}}
Published	04/07/2024	Traumatic brain injury protocol:SpO2 {{c1::>94%}}BP {{c2::>120mmHg}} ({{c3::TKVO}} if BP is >120)BG {{c4::4.0-8.0mmol/L}}Head {{c5::elevated …
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.193:top=.0469:width=.1131:height=.0572}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.7241:top=.0449:width=.1106:height=.0533}}{{c…
Published	04/07/2024	Burn management protocolPrimary Survey{{c1::Expose and examine}}{{c2::Initiate cooling}}{{c3::High-flow O2}}{{c4::Calculate BSA}}Treatment{{c5::Dress …
Published	04/07/2024	Hypothermia protocolPrimary Survey{{c1::Assess and maintain ABCs}}Non-breathing patients {{c2::ventilated at 8-10 b/m}}{{c3::Up to 30-45s}} to determi…
Published	04/07/2024	F - {{c1::Facial droop}}A - {{c2::Arm drift}}S - {{c3::Speech slurring}}T - {{c4::Time since last normal <6 hours}}V - {{c5::Vision changes}}A - {{…
Published	04/07/2024	Primary indications for IV therapy:{{c4::Replace fluid and electrolytes}} due to {{c1::hypovolemia}} and {{c2::burns}}Administer {{c3::medications}}
Published	04/07/2024	IV procedure{{c1::Aseptic technique}}{{c2::Prepare equipment}}{{c3::Choose and prepare appropriate site}}{{c4::Initiate IV}}{{c5::Connect IV tubing an…
Published	04/07/2024	IV maintenance procedure{{c1::Ensure the appropriate solution is running}}{{c2::Calculate and maintain appropriate flow rate}}{{c3::Monitor flow rate …
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::gtts/min}} = ({{c2::volume to be infused}} x {{c3::set rate}}) / {{c4::time in minutes}}
Published	04/07/2024	Treatable causes of cardiac arrest:{{c1::Hypovolemia}}{{c2::Hypoxia}}{{c3::Acidosis}}{{c4::Hypo/hyperkalemia}}{{c5::Hypothermia}}{{c6::Tension pneumot…
Published	04/07/2024	Contraindications for pulse oximeter: {{c1::Pediatrics <10 kg}}
Published	04/07/2024	Adjust Oxygen by turning it up or down by {{c1::1 L/min each minute}} and monitor the oximeter reading to maintain SpO2 {{c2::>94%}}
Published	04/07/2024	Patients who are {{c2::SOB}} or in {{c3::shock}} require {{c1::high-flow O2}}, regardless of SpO2 readings
Published	04/07/2024	Oxygen administration protocol:{{c1::Titrate O2 flow rate}} to a maximum of {{c2::15 L/min}} to achieve {{c3::SpO2 of 94% }}Switch to a {{c4::non…
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for CPAP: Any patient {{c1::≥ 13 years of age in significant respiratory distress }}{{c2::Awake}} and {{c3::following commands&n…
Published	04/07/2024	Contraindications for CPAP:{{c1::Decreased LOC }}{{c2::Respiratory arrest}} / {{c3::Hypoventilation}} {{c4::Vomiting}} – Risk of aspiration&…
Published	04/07/2024	CPAP Use:Start at {{c1::5L/min}} with CPAP valve at {{c2::5 cm/H2O }}Obtain facial seal Reassess {{c3::patient}} and {{c4::vitals }}Rep…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.1983:top=.1907:width=.0422:height=.1959}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.2046:top=.6753:width=.0295:height=.1959}}{{…
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for Hypovolemia treatment:Patients with all the following: {{c1::Hypovolemia }}Systolic BP {{c2::< 90 mmHg}} Other clinical s…
Published	04/07/2024	Cautions to Hypovolemic treatment: {{c1::Shortness of breath}}
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for anaphylaxis protocol:Patient with {{c1::suspected anaphylaxis}}, including all the following: Signs of {{c2::anaphylaxis}}History of a…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::Approximate weight}} (1-11 years) = {{c2::age}} x {{c3::2}} + {{c4::8 }}
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.6383:top=.2643:width=.1317:height=.0828}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.84:top=.5764:width=.13:height=.086}}{{c3::i…
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for Narcotic OD Protocols:{{c1::Decreased LOC}}{{c2::Depressed respiratory drive}}{{c3::Miosis (pinpoint pupils)}}{{c4::Hypotension}}{{c5:…
Published	04/07/2024	Indications for Diabetic Emergency protocols:{{c1::Known diabetic }}{{c2::Decreased LOC}}{{c3::History}} suggestive of {{c4::Hyper/Hypoglycemia}}
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.74:top=.3278:width=.1317:height=.0397}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.4433:top=.4969:width=.125:height=.023}}{{c3::…
Published	04/07/2024	Unconscious NYD Protocol
Published	04/07/2024	Aspirin (ASA)Classification: {{c1::Platelet Inhibitor}}, {{c2::Antiplatelet}}Mechanism: Inhibits {{c3::platelet clumping}} to form clotsIndication: {{…
Published	04/07/2024	Dextrose 10% in Water (D10W)Classification: {{c5::Anti-hypoglycemic agent}}, {{c6::carbohydrate substrate}}Mechanism: {{c3::Immediate source}} of {{c1…
Published	04/07/2024	Dimenhydrinate (Gravol)Classification: {{c1::Anti-emetic}}, {{c2::anti-histamine}}, {{c3::anti-cholinergic}}, {{c4::anti-vertigo}}Mechanism: Diminishe…
Published	04/07/2024	DiphenhydramineClassification: {{c1::Antihistamine}}Mechanism: Antihistamines {{c2::compete with histamine}} for {{c3::cell receptor sites}} on {{c4::…
Published	04/07/2024	Entonox (Nitrous Oxide)Classification: {{c1::Nonnarcotic analgesia}}Mechanism: potent {{c2::analgesic}} and weak {{c3::anaesthetic}}Indication: relief…
Published	04/07/2024	EpinephrineClassification: {{c1::sympathomimetic}}Mechanism: {{c2::Alpha 1}} - {{c3::vasoconstriction}}; {{c4::Beta 1}} - Increased {{c5::chronotropy}…
Published	04/07/2024	GlucagonClassification: {{c1::Glucose elevating agent}}Mechanism: accelerates the {{c2::breakdown}} of {{c3::glycogen}} to {{c4::glucose}} in the {{c5…
Published	04/07/2024	Naloxone (Narcan)Classification: {{c1::Narcotic antagonist}}Mechanism: {{c2::antagonizes opioid effects}} by competing for {{c3::receptor sites}}Indic…
Published	04/07/2024	NitroglycerinClassification: {{c1::antianginal}}, {{c2::vasodilator}}Mechanism: reduces {{c3::cardiac oxygen demand}} by {{c4::dilating blood vessels}…
Published	04/07/2024	Oral GlucoseeClassification: {{c1::Caloric}}Mechanism: absorbed into the bloodstream, providing an increased level of glucose for use by the cellsIndi…
Published	04/07/2024	SalbutamolClassification: {{c1::bronchodilator}}, {{c2::sympathomimetic}}Mechanism: {{c3::Beta 2}} stimulation - {{c4::bronchodilation}}; {{c5::Beta 1…
Published	04/07/2024	Tranexamic Acid (TXA)Classification: {{c1::hemostatic agent}}, {{c2::antifibrinolytic agent}}Mechanism: prevents {{c3::clot degredation}} by competing…
Published	04/07/2024	Signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose can include: {{c1::Decreased LOC}}{{c2::Depressed respiratory drive}} ({{c3::rate and/or tidal volume}})…
Published	04/07/2024	Altered LOC is a continuum ranging from {{c1::mild to deep unconsciousness with absent responses}}. {{c2::Unconscious (NYD)}} protocol should be used …
Published	04/07/2024	After each {{c1::500 mL NS}}, {{c2::auscultate the lung bases}} and {{c3::reassess BP}}. If signs and symptoms of {{c4::pulmonary edema}} are present,…
Published	04/07/2024	Signs of {{c5::anaphylaxis}} include: {{c1::Urticaria}}{{c2::Angioneurotic edema}}{{c3::Hypotension}}{{c4::Shock}}
Published	04/07/2024	An {{c1::anaphylaxis}} patient is considered {{c2::unstable}} when they have a {{c3::decreased LOC}}, {{c4::BP <90mmHg}}, or {{c5::respiratory dist…
Published	04/07/2024	A maximum bolus dose of normal saline is a {{c1::total of 2 liters NS (4X500mls)}}
Published	04/07/2024	For {{c1::COPD}} patients, maintain the SpO2 in the range of {{c2::92% to 95%.}}
Published	04/07/2024	{{c3::Low flow oxygen}} is defined as {{c1::1-3 L/min}} and should be delivered by {{c2::nasal cannula.}}
Published	04/07/2024	Suction should be applied for:{{c1::10-15 seconds}} in the {{c2::adult}} {{c3::10 seconds}} in the {{c4::paediatric patient}} {{c5::5 seconds}} in the…
Published	04/07/2024	CPR should be continued until {{c1::ROSC}} is achieved, further efforts are {{c2::deemed futile}}, or the {{c3::rescuers can no longer continue}} resu…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::Asphyxia}} arrest is due to {{c2::hypoxia}}. If alone with an AED: give {{c3::5 cycles}} of CPR (about 2 minutes) {{c4::before applying the…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.1024:top=.0528:width=.2287:height=.0296}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.5554:top=.0843:width=.2309:height=.0237}}{{…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0918:top=.029:width=.218:height=.0196:oi=1}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0872:top=.0801:width=.2822:height=.0491:…
Published	04/07/2024	Intravenous solutions that can be maintained at normal TKVO rates for the purpose of interfacility transfers, include: {{c1::Normal Saline}}{{c2::2/3 …
Published	04/07/2024	High risk group for spinal injury:{{c1::Over 65 years}}{{c2::Osteoporosis}}{{c3::Pre-existing spinal conditions}}
Published	04/07/2024	{{c5::Simple SMR}}: {{c1::cervical collar on}}, {{c2::head not taped}}, {{c3::patient on mattress}}, {{c4::head of stretcher up 30 degrees}} if head i…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::Multi-trauma}}: {{c2::more than one}} {{c3::simultaneous injury}}
Published	04/07/2024	Methods of hemorrhage control, in order of preference, include: {{c1::Direct pressure}} {{c2::Positioning the part}}. Should be done only if it w…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0108:top=.2443:width=.179:height=.1111}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0131:top=.3811:width=.1336:height=.0997}}{{c…
Published	04/07/2024	{{c1::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0068:top=.0646:width=.2758:height=.0296}}{{c2::image-occlusion:rect:left=.0102:top=.1454:width=.2893:height=.0316}}{{…
Published	04/08/2024	Vital signs:{{c1::GCS}}{{c2::Blood pressure}}{{c3::Pulse}}{{c4::Skin}}{{c5::Pupils}}{{c6::SpO2}}{{c7::BGL}}{{c8::Temperature}}
Published	04/08/2024	{{c1::Recovery}} position is used for all {{c2::unconscious medical}} patients and/or any {{c3::on-going airway maintenance problems}}
Published	04/08/2024	{{c1::Supine}} position is used for {{c2::shock}} and {{c3::spinal}} patients
Published	04/08/2024	{{c1::Sitting/Semi-sitting}} position is used for {{c2::short of breath}} or {{c3::chest injury}} patients with {{c4::no spinal concerns}}
Published	04/08/2024	Position {{c1::of comfort}} is used for {{c2::all patients}} who {{c3::do not require alternate positioning}}
Published	04/08/2024	History of chief complaint should be collected through:O- {{c1::Onset}}P - {{c2::Provokes}}Q - {{c3::Quality}}R - {{c4::Radiation}}R - {{c7::Region}}R…
Published	04/08/2024	Patient History should be collected through: S - {{c1::Signs/Symptoms}}A - {{c2::Allergies}}M - {{c3::Medications}}P - {{c4::Past medical history…
Published	04/08/2024	Functional Inquiry should cover all nine systems:{{c1::General health}}{{c2::Central nervous system}}{{c3::Respiratory system}}{{c4::Cardiovascular sy…
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for head and neck exam:{{c1::Fluid}} from {{c2::ears and nose}}{{c3::Bruising}} around the {{c7::eyes}} ({{c4::periorbital ecchymosis}}…
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for chest exam:Chest {{c1::auscultation}} - minimum {{c2::6 point}}
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for abdominal exam:{{c1::Auscultation}} of bowel soundsPalpate for {{c2::tenderness}}, {{c3::rigidity}}, and {{c4::distension}}{{c5::Vi…
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for back exam:{{c1::Past trauma}}{{c2::Recent changes to back pain}}{{c3::Palpation of individual vertebrae}}
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for lower extremity exam:Conduct prior to {{c1::upper extremity exam}}Assess for {{c2::numbness}}, {{c3::paresthesia}}, and deficit to …
Published	04/08/2024	Considerations for upper extremity exam:Assess for {{c1::numbness}}, {{c2::paresthesia}}, and deficits in {{c3::strength}} or {{c4::range of motion}}A…
Published	04/08/2024	Six rights of medication administration:{{c1::Route}}{{c2::Dose}}{{c3::Patient}}{{c4::Time}}{{c5::Documentation}}{{c6::Medication}}
Published	04/08/2024	A hospital notification should include:the patient’s {{c1::age}} and {{c2::gender}}the patient’s {{c3::chief complaint}}the {{c4::mechanism of injury}…
Published	04/08/2024	A verbal hand-off report should include:the patient’s {{c1::age}} and {{c2::gender}}the patient’s {{c3::chief complaint}}the {{c4::mechanism of injury…
Published	04/11/2024	Reasons for altered level of consciousness:A - {{c1::alcohol}}, {{c2::acidosis}}E - {{c3::epilepsy}}, {{c4::endocrine}}, {{c5::electrolytes}}I - {{c6:…
Published	04/17/2024	{{c1::Stable}} abdominal injury patients:{{c2::Alert and oriented}}{{c3::Clear airway}}{{c4::Adequate breathing}}{{c5::Strong, regular radial pulse}}{…
Published	04/17/2024	{{c1::Unstable}} abdominal injury patient:{{c2::Altered}} LOC{{c3::Rapid, shallow}} breathing{{c4::Weak, rapid, or absent}} radial pulse{{c5::Pale, co…
Published	04/17/2024	Congestive heart failure (CHF) and pulmonary edema {{c6::stable}} patients{{c1::Unchanged}} LOC{{c2::Patent}} airway{{c3::Mild}} respiratory distress{…
Published	04/17/2024	{{c9::Congestive heart failure}} (CHF) and {{c10::pulmonary edema}} {{c2::unstable}} patients:{{c1::Altered}} LOC{{c3::Unstable}} airway{{c4::Respirat…
Published	04/17/2024	Chest trauma {{c2::stable}} patients:{{c1::Unchanged}} LOCNo {{c3::accessory muscle}} use{{c4::Strong}} radial pulse{{c5::Warm, dry}} skin{{c6::Minor}…
Published	04/17/2024	Chest trauma {{c1::unstable}} patients:{{c2::Altered}} LOC{{c3::Unstable}} airwayAccessory muscle use{{c4::Weak, rapid, or absent}} radial pulse …
Published	04/17/2024	{{c1::Open}} chest wounds are covered with a {{c2::vented occlusive dressing}} or {{c3::commercial chest seal}}
Published	04/17/2024	{{c1::Flail chest segments}} are treated with {{c2::self-splinting}}, {{c3::position of comfort}}, {{c4::assistance with ventilations}} (if appropriat…
Published	04/17/2024	Electrical contact {{c1::stable}} patients:{{c2::Unchanged}} LOC{{c3::Patent}} airway{{c4::Strong, regular}} radial pulse{{c5::Minor}} burns
Published	04/17/2024	Electrical contact {{c1::unstable}} patients:{{c2::Altered}} LOC{{c3::Cardiac}} arrest{{c4::Unstable}} airway{{c5::Inadequate}} respirations{{c6::Irre…
Published	04/17/2024	Heat exhaustion and heatstroke {{c2::stable}} patients:{{c1::Conscious}}, possibly agitated or confused{{c3::Patent}} airway{{c4::Adequate}} breathing…
Published	04/24/2024	{{c5::Heat exhaustion}} and {{c5::heatstroke}} unstable patients:{{c1::Unconsciousness}}{{c2::Irregular}} or {{c2::panting}} respirations{{c3::Weak}} …
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