class 12: bonus OS and NS Flashcards
Seizures - signs
- Aura
- Sudden unresponsiveness or loss of
consciousness - Muscle jerking or twitching
- Stiffening of muscles or loss of muscle
tone - Incontinence
what do we in the event of seizure
- Remove any nearby objects that could
cause injury, such as furniture, sharp
items, or hard surfaces - Gently turn the person onto their side
- Note the time when the seizure starts
and ends - If it lasts longer than 5 minutes, call
emergency services immediately
seizure - do we hold the person
Do not try to hold the person down or
stop their movements
seizure and mouth
Do not place any objects or your fingers
in the person’s mouth
Concussions - sign and sym
- Headache
- Nausea
- Balance problems
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light or noise
- Numbness or tingling
- Cognitive, emotional, and
sleep-related deficits
concussion - what should our immediate action be
- Stop activity immediately
- Monitor for any worsening symptoms.
- Consult a healthcare professional promptly
for a thorough evaluation, even if
symptoms seem mild
When to Seek Emergency Medical Help - concussion
- Loss of consciousness
- Repeated vomiting
- Severe headache
- Seizures
- Unequal pupil size
- Prolonged confusion
- Slurred speech
- Weakness or numbness
- Unusual behavior
- Difficulty waking Up
what are teh signs of dehydration - mild
Thirst and dry
mouth/lips
what are the signs of dehydration - moderate
Very dry mouth, cracked lips, headache,
sunken eyes, poor skin turgor,
and postural hypotension
what are the signs of dehydration - severe dehydration
Rapid and weak pulse, confusion, lethargy,
rapid breathing, seizures and
inability to urinate or cry
what should the response be to dehydration
- Identify symptoms early to
prevent worsening - Start by drinking water or oral
rehydration solutions - If the person is nauseous, have
them take small, frequent sips
rather than large amounts at
once - Severe cases may require
intravenous fluids
skin during heat stroke vs heat exhuastion
stroke - dry skin
exhaustion
pulse in heat stroke vs heat exhaustion
exhuastion - weak
stroke - strong and rapid
heat stroke vs heat exhaustion pupils
stroke : contrict and then dilate
exhuation: normal
what do we do when someone is experiencing heat exhaustion
- Hydrate with water or sports drinks. No alcohol.
- Move to a cooler, air-conditioned place
- If fully conscious, sip water
- Take a cool shower or use cold compresses
- Remove tight fitting clothing or extra layers
- If vomiting continues, seek medical attention
- Act quickly. Untreated heat exhaustion can
progress to heat stroke.
what do we do when someone is experiencing heat stroke
- Call 911. This is a medical emergency.
- Move the person to a cooler place
- Do not give fluids
Cancer: Early warning signs
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Lumps or swelling
- Changes in skin
- Persistent cough or hoarseness
- Changes in bowel or bladder habits
- Unusual bleeding or discharge
- Difficulty swallowing
- Persistent pain
- Sores that don’t heal
Chemotherapy - how can drugs be given
Drugs can be given orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly or intrathecally.
Chemotherapy - side effects of drugs
Fatigue, GI tract symptoms, bone marrow
suppression leading to leukopenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia,
skin rashes, phlebitis, neuropathies and hair loss.
Radiation therapy - function
To destroy cancer cells, inhibit their growth and division.
Can be given pre- or post-operatively.
Radiation therapy - side effects
Pain, fatigue, radiation sickness, burns, delayed wound healing, immunosuppression, ROM deficit around the
joints and neuropathy.
Immunotherapy - what is its function
To strengthen the ability to fight cancer cells using interferons, interlukins-2, and cytokinin.
Also includes bone marrow transplant and hormonal therapy.
Immunotherapy - side effects
Fatigue, weight loss or gain, fever, chills, nausea,
anorexia, fluid retention. GI tract symptoms, hot flashes,
steroid induced diabetes, muscle atrophy.
what is the most common symptoms seen amongst cancer patients
fatigue
