Signs of Overdose
Name 3 Signs/Symptoms of Overdose
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What drug category is alcohol classified as:
Depressant
How long do you perfrom the ABC's on a victim?
No longer than 10 seconds
Rescue breaths should be given 1 breath every ____ Seconds
5
What does AED Stand for?
Automated External Defibrilator
How would you know if someone was having trouble breathing?
Sounds like wheezing, gasping, choking sounds etc
What do stimulants do to the body?
Speeds up the central nervous system
How do you check for consciousness?
Ask, "Are you ok" Sternum Rub
What is the name of the position the person is placed when they are unconscious, have a pulse and is breathing?
Recovery Position
Where are the pads of the AED placed on the victim' chest?
Upper right, lower left
Name the drug given to reverse an overdose
Narcan
Give an example of an opiate drug
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Call 911, Do NOT give care
What skill do you perform if the person is not breathing and does not have a pulse?
CPR/Chest Compressions
How do you treat a person who is choking, conscious and has given you permission to help?
-5 Back blows
-5 Abdominal Thrusts
True/Fasle the 911 Good Samaritan Overdose Law only projects the victim.
False, it protects the caller and the vitcim.
Give an example of a stumulant drug:
How deep do chest compressions go into a victim when performing CPR?
2" Deep
If you break a rib during CPR what should you do?
Move your hands slightly away from where you felt the crack and keep going
How do you retrieve an object from an unconscious victim?
Scoop it out with pinky
True or False: You do not need to call 911 if you already administered Narcan and the person is alert, breathing and has a pulse.
False
Give an example of a prescribed opiate medication for severe pain:
Oxycontin, Oxycodone, Vicodin, Percocet, etc
When do you stop CPR on a victim (5 Reasons)
-They show signs of life
-Help Arrives
-AED Becomes Available
-Scene is unsafe
-Too Tired to Continue
What skill do you perform if the person has a pulse but is not breathing or having difficulty breathing?
Rescue Breathing
Can you use an AED on a pregnant victim?
Yes