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David's notes
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12/16/2011

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Term
six R's
Definition
Read the scene
read the pt
react
reevaluate
revise the management plan
review your performance
Term
what can be a contraindication to a combitube?
Definition
alcoholic..prob cause of esophageal variceis (SP?)
Term
S1 / S2 located ?
Definition
2nd and 5th intercostal
S1 lower apex, sternal boarder
S2 2nd near sternum
Term
Transcutaneous pacing? can be in what two forms
Definition
electrical or mechanical.... electrical *
Term
During systole, which valves close
Definition
kinda confusing but final answer: mitral and tricuspid are closed to prevent back flow. the lunars are open during systole
Term
what common respiratory problem can turn into septic shock?
Definition
pneuemonia
Term
What breaks up clots?
Definition
Firinolytics
Term
Can you intubate glottitis?
Definition
only if it is severe.
Term
peripheral edema, liver enlargement
Definition
right sided heart failure
Term
Common disorder of the adrenals?
Definition
Cushing syndrome- excess adrenocorticoids
Term
manage a patient with the
Definition
patient problem format
Term
where do you assess jugular venous pressure?
Definition
Sternal notch
Term
pt on syntrhoid, has nitro for chest pain, swollen tongue, and acting litte slow.Low temp, weight gain last few days. intial treatment? disorder?
Definition
o2 4 liters, they have cushings. gay question just memorize
Term
if you see an odd looking, S-T looking elevation, but a little rounded, it could be?
Definition
J wave typically from hypothermia.
Term
common thing from alcohol withdrawls?
Definition
seizures, delirum
Term
ARF stands for?
Definition
acute renal failure
Term
how many americans have 1 drink per year?
Definition
75%
Term
Heat and cold emergencies, 3 things of nature to look for.
Definition
temp, humidity, and....one more
Term
98 year old treating for colon cancer, elena in stool, sick for 3 days, stable vitals bp 100 in regards to IV what would you do?
Definition
250 cc fluid challenge and repeat if necessary.
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