First Aid Basics
What's First Aid?
The initial treatment to give before medical assistance arrives
It's the first responsibility of a First Aider?
Be safe/calm
What are universal precautions?
Guidelines/standards or procedures to know how to perform when human blood or other body fluids are involved.
What's the main body fluid we need to be careful about?
Human blood
What's PPE?
Physical barriers that protect you from blood-borne pathogens exposure.
What's the emergency number in Mexico?
911
What are some things I need to report when calling the emergency number?
The exact location, age, and status of the victim
What are two important elements of UP?
PPE and hand hygiene
What's the only body fluid not considered to be dangerous?
Sweat
What do you need to do after taking off the gloves?
Wash your hands with water and soap, and after that, use an antiseptic gel.
In First Aid, who's the most important person?
I am!/We are
Assessing and evaluating the victim and surroundings are important FA responsibilities. (True/False)
True
Disposing of dangerous material in a special bag is part of UP?
Yes it is
Mentions 3 examples of blood-borne pathogens
Hepatitis B, C and HIV
It's the PPE item to protect your eyes:
Goggles/safety glasses
Name three items found in a First Aid Kit:
Gauze, Band-Aids, bandages, clips, wipes, tape, alcohol, gloves
Is running to save people and be the hero part of our FA responsibilities?
Not really
How do you wash your hands in Universal Precautions?
40-60 sec. with soap and water
What are the blood-borne pathogens?
All diseases are transmitted in the blood and other body fluids.
What PPE stands for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What are the 3 P's of First Aid?
Preserve life, prevent worsening, promote recovery
What are some risky elements in a car crash?
Spilled oil/gas, other cars, windshield or glass pieces, etc.
In what decade were the Universal Precautions implemented in the U.S.?
In the 80's.
Is the blood-borne pathogen that affects the inmune system of the human body.
HIV/AIDS
How do you take of the gloves after you use them?
Glove-glove, skin-skin