First Aid Procedures
The term for a temporary loss of consciousness often preceded by weakness, dizziness, and paleness
fainting
Use this procedure on a conscious choking victim
Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts and back blows)
A person with this should do the following:
Apply direct pressure to the wound by pinching the nose togetherPlace cold, wet cloths on the bridge of the nose
Consult a physician if it recurs frequentlynosebleeds
If you must leave an unconscious victim for any reason, place him in this position
recovery position
With this type of injury, one would:
Rest
Immobilize
Cold
Elevate
sprains and strains
Lacerations, abrasions, and punctures are all examples of this type of wound
open wound
With this type of injury, one would:
Handle areas gently to prevent further injury
Loosely apply dry, sterile bandages when area feels warm
Watch the victim for signs of shock if symptoms are severe
frostbite
DAILY DOUBLE
List in order all seven actions in caring for a choking victim who loses consciousness while receiving abdominal thrusts.
This treatment should be administered to a conscious adult who has a respiratory obstruction
abdominal thrusts
If an infant is choking and cannot cry, you should do this
alternate back blows and chest compressions