4 C's
In an emergency, what does it mean to check?
Make sure the scene is safe before approaching. You can't help anyone if you become a victim yourself.
What is the most common way to stop a wound?
Apply pressure
When should you do CPR on a victim?
If the victim does not have a pulse and isn't breathing.
When washing a wound, what temperature should the water be (hot, warm, cool, cold)?
The water should be warm or cool (nothing extreme, could lead to shock).
What type of film can be placed over wounds to reduce pain?
A cling film.
In an emergency, what does it mean to be calm?
Decide what needs to be done. Staying calm helps you make better decisions and comfort the victim.
Why should you always wash your hands after treating someone?
To avoid infection and disease.
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
What tool should you use to remove debris from a woun?
Tweezers sanitized with alcohol.
What disease is commonly transmitted by wild animals?
Rabies.
In an emergency, what does it mean to call?
If the victim seems badly hurt, send someone to call for medical help. If no one is there to do that, call for help and offer to assist the victim.
Name tree heart attack symptom.
Chest pain, pain in various parts of the body. cold sweats, fatigue, heartburn/indigestion, lightheadedness/sudden dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath.
If you are trained in CPR, after 30 seconds of chest compressions, how many rescue breaths should you give?
2 rescue breaths.
How do you know if you need to stop using an antibiotic?
A rash forms.
Name one painkiller.
Ibuprofen, Paracetamol
In an emergency, what does it mean to care?
Explain that you know first aid and get permission to treat the victim before doing anything else. When sending someone to get help, point at a specific person and say something like, “Anish, go call 911 and ask for an ambulance.” This forces them to take immediate action.
How does Aspiring help "hurry case victims?
Helps prevent blood clotting.
What does "AED" stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
Name 2 symptoms of a burn/scald.
Red skin, peeling skin, pain in the area of the burn, blisters, swelling, white/charred skin
What should be placed over a wound to prevent dirt/debris, ultimately avoiding infections?
A bandage or gauze.
Name the 4 C's.
Check, calm, call care.
What is the number for Poison Control?
1-800-222-1222
How does an AED help a victim?
An AED delivers a shock to the heart. giving it a chance to restart.
When someone has a burn, how high should their temperature be above?
Keep the temperature above 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
When removing clothing of someone who has a sustained a burn, what should one be careful of?
Making sure not to remove clothing that could be sticking to the flesh.