Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Adults
- Scan Scene
- Activate Emergency Response System
- Check For Breathing (Max 10 Seconds)
- Open Airway
- Compressions: 2 Inches Deep (100-120 Compressions/Min)
- Airway: Ensure Airway is Still Open
- Breathing: Administer 2 Rescue Breaths
- Repeat C-A-B Sequence (30:2) Until Help Arrives
Fire - Environmental Emergencies
- R.A.C.E
- Rescue
- Alarm
- Confine
- Extinguish
- P.A.S.S.
- Fire Exits
- Do Not Use Elevators
- Manual Ventilation
Triage
- Simple Triage And Rapid Treatment (START)
- Red: Immediate (Critical)
- Yellow: Delayed (Urgent)
- Green: Minor (Ambulatory)
- Black: Deceased (Expired)
- Ability to Walk
- Spontaneous Breathing
- Respiratory Rate
- Check Circulation
- Mental Status
Patient Position Overview
- Trochanter Roll
- Trapeze Bar
- Ankle-Foot Orthotic (AFO) Devices
- Fowlers Position
- Supine Position
- Trendelenburg
- Side-Lying Position
- Prone Position
- Sims' Position
- Reposition q2 Hours/Prevent Skin Breakdown
- Confirm Body Alignment
Prevention of Falls
- Physical Aging
- Polypharmacy
- Environmental
- Call Light within Reach
- Assistive Devices Available
- Bed Alarms
- Improve Lighting
- Remove Home Hazards
- Promote Exercise
- Fall Risk Assessment
Seizure Precautions
- Reduce Environmental Stimuli
- Identify Triggers
- Aura
- Pad Side Rails
- Bed Lowest Position
- Oxygen and Suction Available
- Monitor Therapeutic Drug Levels
Bleeding Precautions
- Hard Foods
- Aspirin Products
- Blowing Nose Forcefully
- Straining During BMs
- Enemas or Rectal Suppositories
- Pads and Monitor Menstruation
- Soft-bristled Toothbrush
- Electric Razor
- Limit Needle Sticks
- Smaller Needle Size
Use of Restraints
- During Emergency
- Protecting From Harm
- For Limited Time
- Last Resort
- May Further Agitation
- Frequent Observation
- Obtain Order Within 1 Hour
- Quick-Release Tie
Stages of Hypothermia
- 32 to 35°C (90 to 95°F)
- Shivering
- 28 to 32°C (82 to 90°F)
- Obvious Motor Impairment
- Slowed Thinking
- < 28°C (< 82°F)
- Shivering Stops
- Paradoxical Undressing
- Arrhythmias