Day 6 First Aid Training

Question 1

What are the priorities of first aid

Answer 1

Check safety
Do no harm
Preserve life
Alleviate suffering
Prevent worsening
Promote recovery

Question 2

What are the first aid duties, and in which order

Answer 2

Assess-identify-give-treatment-monitor-report

Repeat

Question 3

Who can prescribe drugs to PAX

Answer 3

NOT CC
only doctors can prescribe drugs
Or PAX can take their own medication

Question 4

What is the general procedure regarding ‘seriously ill’ pax

Answer 4

Inform FD
Assess acroding to BLS algorithm
Find medical personnel

Question 5

What is the first aid team made up of

Answer 5

-2first aiders
-1communicator
-At least 1 that keeps an eye on situation, looks after other pax

Question 6

What should you ask a doctor that you have asked for help

Answer 6

Their medical qualifications

Question 7

What things may the CMD do during a medical issue

Answer 7

Decision of:diversion/pax disembarkation
Contact doctor on ground for assistance
Order ambulance

Question 8

When should a report of a medical incident to airport be made

Answer 8

Maximum 24 hours

Question 9

What aspects cabin environment make a medical incident more likely to occur or aggravate existing conditions

Answer 9

-low air pressure
-Low humidity (dehydration)
-air quality
-exposure to alcohol

Question 10

How much water should be drunk per hour on a plane

Answer 10

At least 200 ml

Question 11

What is the humidity inside aircraft cabin

Answer 11

10-20%
Average 12%

Question 12

What are symptoms of mild dehydration

Answer 12

Headache
dizziness
Irritated/ sore eyes, throat, nose
Dry skin

Question 13

What are symptoms of severe dehydration

Answer 13

Increased heart, breathing rate
Unconscious
Muscle weakness

Question 14

How much will sense of taste be reduced at altitude

Answer 14

30%

Question 15

What things may cause hypoxia, state internal and external factors

Answer 15

Internal:lung and heart issues, bleeding, shock choking

External:lack of oxygen in air

Question 16

What may be symptoms of hypoxia

Answer 16

Rapid breathing
Difficulty with speaking
Cyanosis ( bluish grey ) lips, fingertips
Anxiety
Headache
Nausea
Euphoria
Inability to perform simple tasks
Fatigue

Question 17

How can hypoxia be treated

Answer 17

Supply O2

Question 18

Factors that contribute to hypoxia tolerance:

Answer 18

-fatigue
-physical exertion
-alcohol
-night time

Question 19

How should hyperventilation NOT be treated

Answer 19

Administering oxygen
Breathing through bag

Question 20

What is barotrauma

Answer 20

Damage/pain/pressure to ear due to pressure differences in and out

Question 21

What conditions may increase the likelihood of barotrauma

Answer 21

Blocked sinuses

Question 22

How should mild barotrauma be treated

Answer 22

Yawning
Equalising
Chewing

Question 23

What should be actions in case of severe barotrauma, eardrums burst

Answer 23

DO NOT block bleeding from ear
Inform FD, who will likely commence diversion
Ask FD for gradual descent

Question 24

By how much may trapped gases in stomach expand during a flight

Answer 24

25-30%

Question 25

What may be symptoms of decompression sickness

Answer 25

-vertigo -confusion -dizziness -nausea -joint pain -skin irritation -visual disturbances

Question 26

A scuba diver has dove 12 metres underwater, how long must they wait before flying

Answer 26

At least 48 hours <10 m: 24 hours >10 m: 48 hours

Question 27

A scuba diver has dove 4 metres underwater, how long must they wait before flying

Answer 27

At least 24 hours

Question 28

How should decompression sickness be treated

Answer 28

Provide O2 Lower altitude Consider diversion Hospitalise, use hyperbaric chamber

Question 29

Where should PAX with nausea be seated

Answer 29

Front of plane Less movement

Question 30

Explain BAP

Answer 30

Brain Airways Pulse

Question 31

How do you test consciousness

Answer 31

Awake, aware Verbal stimuli Pressure, pain stimuli Unconscious

Question 32

How do you prevent an unconscious person choking on tongue

Answer 32

Chin lift Jaw thrust if suspected spine damage

Question 33

How can you tell if someone is breathing

Answer 33

Look:chest moving? Feel:breath Hear:breath

Question 34

How often should someone breath every 10 secs

Answer 34

2 or more

Question 35

When do you start CPR

Answer 35

If person not breathing (less than 2 breaths per 10seconds) Abnormal breathing

Question 36

After how many minutes without oxygen will the brain experience brain damage

Answer 36

3-5

Question 37

After how many minutes without oxygen will the brain experience brain death

Answer 37

7-8

Question 38

What are the 4 vital signs

Answer 38

Breathing rate Skin colour Body temp Pulse

Question 39

What is the acceptable breathing rate of INF, child and adult

Answer 39

Adult-12 to 20/min Child:20 to 30 INF: 30-50

Question 40

What will cyanosis indicate

Answer 40

Low O2 saturation in blood,

Question 41

What should be the core body temperature of a person

Answer 41

37 C

Question 42

What will cyanosis in light, dark and yellow skinned people look like

Answer 42

White:blue Dark:grey white Yellow:grey green

Question 43

What is the acceptable range of pulse of adult child and INF

Answer 43

Adult 60-100 Child 70-140 INF 90-150

Question 44

SAMPLE assessment is

Answer 44

Symptoms, signs Allergies Medications Previous medical history Last thing consumed Events beforehand

Question 45

What abbreviation is used for pain assessment

Answer 45

Words to describe Paine Intensity Location Duration Alleviating/aggravating

Question 46

What external signs may indicate someone’s condition

Answer 46

-medication -bracelet, tattoo -medical certificate -smartphone, medical IDs

Question 47

What is an RPD and POD

Answer 47

Respiratory personal device Portable oxygen container

Question 48

What is the purpose of the recovery position

Answer 48

-opens airways -allows liquids to drain from mouth -stable position

Question 49

How do you treat for asthma

Answer 49

-inhaler -provide oxygen-high flow -coach through breathing

Question 50

Why may you seek medical assistance after an asthma attack

Answer 50

-1st asthma attack -2nd dose of inhlaler ineffective -symptoms getting worse

Question 51

What is COPD, how do you tread

Answer 51

Chronic, obstructive pulmonary disease Treat like asthma

Question 52

How should you treat allergic reactions

Answer 52

Remove allergen Take medication After 5-10 mins symptoms not improving take 2nd dose Give O2 Get medical help if If sever symptoms showing No improvement to symptoms

Question 53

What acronym is used to diagnose stroke

Answer 53

Face Arms Speech Time

Question 54

How should a stroke be treated

Answer 54

Raise legs Provide O2 Land

Question 55

Why should a stroke victim not be given food

Answer 55

May have lost control of digestive system, cause choking

Question 56

What is the procedure for a seizure adult

Answer 56

Mild: Calm patient Note time Remove dangerous objects nearby Tay with them until recovery Severe Same as mild + Seek doctor Pad areas around them Loosen tight clothing

Question 57

When should you seek medical help during a seizure

Answer 57

If first seizure Seizure lasts >5 mins Unconscious for >10 mins If seizure repeats Symptoms worsen

Question 58

How should febral seizures be treated

Answer 58

-remove excess clothing -Turn off air vents -cool baby

Question 59

What are symptoms of heart attack

Answer 59

Chest pain Breathlessness Dizziness

Question 60

How should heart attacks be approached

Answer 60

Position semi-seated Find doctor Allow use of heart medication Use Aspirin Nitroglycerin O2 high flow

Question 61

When dealing with a DVT, should you encourage the PAX to move? Why

Answer 61

NO-this may dislodge the clot and travel to heart and longs causing further damage eg. Embolism

Question 62

What is shock

Answer 62

A state where the body cannot provide enough blood or nutrients to tissue

Question 63

What is hypovolemia

Answer 63

LOW VOLUME IN TISSUE Loss of fluid, due to Vomiting, diarrhoea, bleeding

Question 64

How should shock be treated

Answer 64

Treat cause of shock Hypovolemic:stop bleeding Hypoglycemic:give sugary drink Allergic reaction:EpiPen Severe Burns-dehydration:keep warm

Question 65

How should a person experiencing shock be positioned

Answer 65

Lay flat on ground, legs raised Loosen tight clothing Keep warm Provide O2

Question 66

What should be done after discovering fainted person

Answer 66

Check breathing Open airways Place in recovery position Lower cabin temp Once awake advise to stay lied down Sit up slowly once conscious Determine cause of faint Provide sugary drink Minitor

Question 67

The concentration of WHAT chemical in the blood cannot be regulated by a diabetic person

Answer 67

Sugar, glucose

Question 68

How does insulin affect blood sugar levels

Answer 68

Reduces

Question 69

Should a hyperglycaemic person take insulin?

Answer 69

YES, hypo, NO

Question 70

Why should you prepare an isotonic drink

Answer 70

Replenish lost glucose and salts

Question 71

How should you make an isotonic drink

Answer 71

1 L of H2O with 1 teaspoons salt 5 teaspoons sugar

Question 72

During a childbirth, how should you ‘pay attention to hygiene’

Answer 72

Wearing gloves

Question 73

How should a mother giving birth be positioned

Answer 73

Grasping knees