First Aid
What are some items a first aid kit should include?
Bandages, gauze, tape, scissors, gloves, etc
Why is CPR Important?
It increases the probability of someone surviving cardiac arrest.
What are the types of wheelchairs?
Transport wheelchairs, Folding frame manual wheelchairs, Rigid frame manual wheelchairs.
What should be administered in an Opioid overdose?
Narcan-Naloxone
What are the signs of hypothermia?
Shivering, Pale, Cold to touch, and confused.
What size should your first aid kit be?
The size you can properly transport.
When should you give CPR?
To someone who is in cardiac arrest, who can't breathe, and unconscious.
What are some common disabilities?
Bildness, Deafness
What to do if someone is having a Diabetic Emergency?
Help them to rest and give them something sugary to eat ora sugary drink. Call 911.
Signs that someone has a concussion?
Dizziness,Headache, Nausea, Vomiting
What are some of the rules of first aid?
When should you stop CPR?
Medics arrive, AED is available, and you are too tired, someone else can take over, person is breathing again
Who is protected under the ADA?
To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability.
Why does a heart attack occur?
A heart attack occurs when an artery that sends blood and oxygen to the heart is blocked.
First degree burn - Redness affects the outer layer of skin, painful and dry.
Second degree burn - part of the dermis layer and epidermis layer being burned. Very red, blistering, swollen.
Third degree burn - destroying of the epidermis and dermis, can damage the insides of skin. No feeling of area and severe damage.
What pills should be in a first aid kit?
acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin
What are the directions of CPR?
Kneeling along the side of the person
Place one hand over top the other
Lock the arms at the elbows
Lean overtop the person so your shoulders are overtop their chest
Position hands between the nipple line on the sternum (chest bone)
Press downward in thrusting motion (going down at least 2 ½ inches) and provide the chest to rise back to original position
Keep hands on chest when performing compressions
Steady beat (1 and 2 and 3 and 4 and etc.)
How to assist someone who is blind with walking when needed?
Allow the person you are guiding to hold your arm and follow as you walk.
What is the name of the tool used to help treat an Asthma Attack?
Inhaler
What do you do if someone has a Spinial or Neck injury.
Call 911, Remain in position found, maintain body temperature, and care for any other injury.
How to treat severe bleeding?
Cover the wound with gauze or cloth. Press on it firmly with your hand until the bleeding stops. If needed, use a tourniquet.
What should you do before giving CPR?
Call 911, make sure the scene is safe, and you have consent if necessary.
What are the 4 main parts of the ADA
Title I covers employment
Title II covers public entities and public transportation
Title III covers public accommodations and commercial facilities
Title IV covers telecommunications
What are the signs of shock?
Improper breathing, irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure.
How to treat someone with Hypothermia?
Move them to a warmer place, cover them in blankets, remove wet clothes, and cover their heads.