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Category Medical
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Created / Updated 28.04.2019 / 26.10.2021
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What is the First Aid for Hypoxia?

sit down, fasten seat belt - reach for the nearest yellow mask - wait for lever off

How do we measure the blood pressure on the wrist?

 

- positon cuff on the inside of the wrist, 1cm below the ball of the thumb
- has to be fitted tightly
- support the arm, have it at an angle (level with the heart)
- push start button -> blood pressure will be shown

In which cases does a defibrillator be used?

 

- unconsciousness
- abnormal breathing

A pax falls unconscious and is breathing normally. What should the C/Cs do?

Place the pax in the lateral position, administer oxygen and monitor him/her

Which medication for spasmodic (krampfartig) pain is in the FAK?

 

Buscopan

What is airsickness?

 

A disharmony between the eyes and organs in the inner ear (which are responsible for balance).

What are possible symptoms of hypoxia?

Euphoria, cyanosis, impaired performance, possible loss of consciousness, death

Which things out of the EMK can a C/C use with professional medical training?

 

- Scissors
- Gloves, FFP2 masks
- Pulse oximeter
- Thermometer
- Glucometer

A pax is suffering from red, itching skin after eating nuts. What is the correct first aid?

 

Cetirizin and on doctor‘s request Predniso

When are the C/Cs allowed to stop CPR?

 

When the patient is breathing normally

What is the first aid for a pax who is suffering from severe chest pain?

 

Upright position, oxygen, 1/2 ASA-Tabs, Nitrolingual spray and additionally, offer a painkiller (Paracetamol or Irfen)

What is the greatest danger for a pax suffering from diarrhoea?

 

Dehydration

Whats is the main focus of Hygiene?

 

avoid transmission of infectios diseases via agents such as bacteria, viruses and other micro organisms

How deep should the breastbone be compressed when performing CPR on an adult?

5-6 cm

What can be found in the PMK (Pocket Mask Kit)?

Pocket mask, oxygen tube and disposable gloves

Which medication can be offered for breathing difficulties (with whistling sound)?

 

Ventolin spray

Which information is written on the content list?

 

Drug, indication, dosage, contraindication, main side effects

What does CPR include?

Chest compressions and artificial breathing

What is the first aid for a pax with an open fracture?

 

Apply sterile bandage, stabilise, administer painkiller

What is the normal blood pressure?

 

- upper pressure = between 100 and 140 mmHg
- lower pressue = between 60 and 90 mmHg

Medical oxygen unit: In which situation is the C/C allowed to change the oxygen flow?

 

If told by a medically qualified person (or medical ground support)

Where is the correct hand position for chest compressions?

In the centre of the chest, between the nipples

From which age onwards are C/Cs allowed to use the pocket mask?

 

As soon as the baby is born

When performing CPR on a child up to 8 years old, what is the ratio of heart massage to breathing?

5 breaths, then 30 : 2

What is the first aid for a pax suffering from severe diarrhoea?

 

Replace fluid, administer Loperamid

Which preparations are required before putting AED-pads on the patient‘s chest?

Remove all clothing, wipe off any sweat, shave excessive hair

What is the biggest danger for a person with an arterial bleeding?

 

Shock

Which medication is against air sickness?

 

Stugeron

What does AED mean?

 

Automated External Defibrillator

Where should the AED-pads be placed on the patient‘s chest?

One below the right collar bone, next to the breast bone, and one below the left armpit

When are the C/Cs allowed to stop CPR?

 

When the patient is breathing normally

An unconscious pax is sitting in the seat (he does not respond to shaking his shoulders). What should be done?

 

Call „medical case“, take him out of his seat (if possible bring pax to the galley), lay him down on his back and check breathing

How is the composition of the Air?

 

- 78% Nitrogen
- 21% Oxygen
- 1% Air

Which part of the ear regulates the pressure in the middle ear?

 

The eustachian tube

Which questiones should we ask a PAX before giving him any medications?

 

 

- Did you drunk alcohol?

- Do you had this problem before?
- recent/current medical treatment/pre-existing diseases?
- Did you take any medications?
- Do you have allergies?
- Are you pregnant?

What is the first aid for a diabetic pax, who falls unconscious and who is still breathing normally?

 

Place him in the lateral position, administer oxygen, call for medically qualified person (or medical ground support) and monitor him

Which medication for ear pressure (pain) and blocked nose is in the FAK?

 

Otriven, Paracetamol, Irfen

Which are the typical symptoms of hyperventilation?

 

Fast breathing and feeling of shortness of breath (but no cyanosis), dizziness, muscle cramps (hands and mouth)

Which mediactions shouln‘t be taken by a crew member?

 

Cetrizin Mepha, Valverde and Stugeron

Which are the main symptoms of a decompression sickness?

 

Itching, pain in joints (bends), difficulties with breathing (chokes)

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