CPR
What does CPR stand for?
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
What is the proper care for someone who is bleeding?
Apply direct pressure over the wound for 10-15 minutes with gauze or dressing, then cover with a non stick bandage
What is the first thing you should do when you are approaching an injured victim?
Check if the scene is safe
What is the condition that occurs as a result of an inability of the body to properly convert sugar from food into energy?
Diabetes
What is the correct hand placement when doing chest compressions on an adult?
Center of chest (lower part of breastbone).
Where do the AED pads go on an infant?
Front center of the chest (breastbone) and center of the back (between shoulder blades)
What are the signs and symptoms of someone who is choking? Give at least 2 examples.
Clutching the throat
Coughing, wheezing or gagging
Face, neck, lips turning blue
Having difficulty speakinf or swallowing
What should you perform on a responsive, but choking infant?
5 back blows, then 5 chest compressions
First thing you should do for skin burns?
Run cool water over the area 20-30 minutes
What is the appropriate way to check for responsiveness on an infant?
Flick the bottom of the foot (never shake)
Where do the AED pads go on an adult?
Upper right side of chest and lower left side of chest (little below armpit)
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
What is the first thing you do if someone is choking?
If coughing, talking or breathing DO NOT INTERFERE or Get consent or permission
What are the 3 Types of Burns?
1. Thermal Burns
2. Chemical Burns
3. Electrical Burns
What is the compressions to breaths ratio?
30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths
Why is it important to not touch the patient when the AED is analyzing?
It will prevent the AED from analyzing the patients heart rhythm
What is the Good Samaritan Law?
Law that protects the responder from financial liability when providing CPR and First Aid
What do you do after compressions and before rescue breaths?
Clear the airway / head tilt chin lift
What is the first-line emergency for an allergic emergency?
Epipen or Prescribed auto injector
What is the rate of chest compressions for an adult?
100-120 compressions per minute
What do you do after the AED gives shock but the victim is still unresponsive?
Start providing CPR
What does FAST stand for when we are caring someone with a stroke?
Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and Time
In order, what are the 5 steps of First Aid and CPR?
Check the scene, Ask "are you ok", have someone call 911, check breathing and begin CPR
What do you do if the victim is having an Epiletic Seizure?
Keep them safe and remove all objects that could injury the victim.