Respond to the following discussion questions for this module. What would you do? Be sure to list and record every action you perform. Note: In each situation, you are working at your current skill level since you have completed Heartcode BLS and will soon complete Heartsaver First Aid. You can perform CPR, you have access to a first aid kit, a cell phone, a landline, and an AED.
You are at the family picnic several teenagers are playing frisbee in the field. Suddenly one of teens approaches you and complains that he is having trouble breathing and his skin is itchy. You notice that his eyes are watery, his skin is raised and red, and his face and tongue appear swollen.What do you believe is his diagnosis? Step by step discusses and record your actions.
- The patient had an anaphylactic reaction.
- The patient having anaphylactic symptoms due to some
allergies.
-patient playing in the field so there may be stings from bees,
yellow jackets, fire ants, wasps.
-patient having symptoms of anaphylactic reaction like itching,
pale skin, flushed, breathing difficulty, swelling of face and
tongue.
Immediate action:
- make the patient lie down comfortably and loosen the tight
clothes
- Check patient vital signs immediately
- Administer epinephrine immediately
- Avoid inject in the hands and feet, it can cause tissue
damage
-Inject medicine in the outer area of the thigh
-The patient is having trouble breathing due to the alalergic
reaction.If there is no breathing we can start CPR with
uninterrupted chest presses for 100 every minute.
-Now CPR not required
-Watch for patient medication reaction
- If there is no improvement inject again after 5 to 15 minutes and
take the patient to nearby hospital or clinic or call the helpline
number
Respond to the following discussion questions for this module. What would you do? Be sure to...
Respond to the following discussion questions for this module. What would you do? Be sure to list and record every action you perform. Note: In each situation, you are working at your current skill level since you have completed Heartcode BLS and will soon complete Heartsaver First Aid. You can perform CPR, you have access to a first aid kit, a cell phone, a landline, and an AED. Bill is eighteen years old. You are eating together at lunchtime. He...
2)What would you do in following situations: A. Charlotte is getting ready to perform a piano recital for her entire church congregation. Suddenly she starts breathing very rapidly and deeply and complains that she feels light headed and dizzy. B. Jones is a diabetic. He is in a hurry and forgets to eat breakfast. He begins exhibiting behavior similar to that of someone who is intoxicated.
3. Which of the following methods should be used to check an athlete’s responsiveness? a. Slap the athlete’s face while calling his name. b. Wiggle the athlete’s foot. c. Tap or squeeze the athlete’s shoulder and ask, Are you all right? d. Poke the athlete’s arm or leg. e. Place smelling salts under the athlete’s nose. 4. If the AED indicates "No shock indicated/advised," you should leave the AED pads on. a. true b. false 5. You coach a women’s...