Question

complete each listing activity on the lines provided. 1. list six signs of stress. 2. list the five stages of grieving. 3. list five examples of personal protective equipment. 4. list at least six of the vaccinations recommended for active - duty emergency medical responders.

Explanation:

1. Signs of stress: Common physical, emotional and behavioral manifestations. Headaches result from muscle - tension, irritability from emotional overload, changes in sleep due to stress - induced hormonal imbalances, difficulty concentrating as the mind is pre - occupied, increased heart rate from the body's stress response, and changes in appetite due to hormonal and psychological factors.
2. Stages of grieving: Proposed by Elisabeth Kübler - Ross. Denial is the initial refusal to accept the reality. Anger is a natural response to the loss. Bargaining involves trying to make deals to reverse the situation. Depression is the stage of deep sadness and acceptance of the reality. Acceptance is coming to terms with the loss.
3. Personal protective equipment: Items used to safeguard against hazards. Gloves protect hands from chemicals, sharp objects etc. Masks filter out airborne particles. Goggles shield the eyes from splashes and debris. Aprons protect the body from spills and splashes. Helmets protect the head from impacts.
4. Vaccinations for emergency medical responders: To protect against common infectious diseases in their line of work. Hepatitis B can be transmitted through blood. Tetanus from contaminated wounds. Measles is highly contagious. Mumps can cause serious complications. Rubella can be dangerous if contracted during pregnancy. Influenza is a common respiratory virus.

Answer:

1. Headaches, Irritability, Changes in sleep, Difficulty concentrating, Increased heart rate, Changes in appetite
2. Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance
3. Gloves, Masks, Goggles, Aprons, Helmets
4. Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Influenza