Choking
What are the three methods of dislodging an object?
1. Back Blows 2. Abdominal Thrusts 3. Chest Thrusts
What does ABC stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
What is the medication for a heart attack?
Aspirin
What is the compression to breath ratio
30-2
Call 911
What are the two types of choking
1. Partial 2. Complete
True or False: you can give someone Epinephrin as a first aider?
true
what is the treatment for a lift threatening bleed?
Call 911 Get AED
Have them rest
Place pillow or blanket against the injury
Don't allow them to eat or drink anything
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
How many different kinds of burns are there and what are their names?
3.
1. Superficial
2. Partial Thickness
3. Full Thickness
How long do you attempt to dislodge an object?
Till it comes out or the person becomes unresponsive
What are 5 things you should look for when approaching a scene?
1. Fire
2. Water
3. Electricity
4. Gas
5. Glass
What is the Acronym for FAST?
Stroke
Face
Arm
Speech
Time
What PPE is required for CPR
Gloves
Mask
Face Shield
What is a flash burn?
a burn to the eyes caused by a significantly bright flash of light
What are the three differences between a choking adult or a choking baby?
1. Babies cant tell you they are choking
2. Babies turn blue faster
3. You cant use abdominal thrusts on babies
4. Difference in force used.
5. You have to hold the baby
What does SAMPLE stand for?
Signs/Symptoms
Allergies
Medication
Past Medical History
Last Oral Intake
Events Leading Up To
What are the 3 reasons to use a tourniquet?
1. Direct pressure does not stop the bleed
2. you cant access the wound
3. you need to move the person
What is the compression depth for an adult and a baby
Adult 5cm/2in
Baby 1/3 chest depth
True or False: You remove an impaled object to care for the wound?
False, you only remove an object if it is impeding life threathing care.
What are 5 objects you can use to dislodge an object that you are choking on when alone?
1. Chair
2. Table
3. Bannister/Railing
4. Edge of Counter
5. Back of couch
6. Deep Freeze
What are the three vital signs
2. Breathing
3. Skin
List 5 things you can use to make a tourniquet?
1. Triangle Bandage
2. Tie
3. Shoe Lace
4. Clothing/Towel
5. Ratchet Strap
true or false: if breathes dont go in, you keep trying until they do?
False
What are the 3 steps to care for an electrical burn?
1. Ensure electrical current is off.
2. Call 911
3. Look for entry and exit point