First Aid Basics
What is the first step before giving any first aid at a crime or crash scene?
Ensure the scene is safe for you and others
What is the correct compression-to-breath ratio in CPR for an adult?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
What is the difference between a dressing and a bandage?
Dressing is a material like gauze
A bandage is to protect or cover a body part
What’s a quick way to recognize a stroke?
FAST: Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.
What are signs of heat exhaustion?
Heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, and weakness.
What personal protective equipment should you use when providing first aid?
Gloves and eye protection
What are some common opioids
Morphine, fentanyl, heroin, oxycodone
When should a tourniquet be used?
Should only be used to stop uncontrolled bleeding from an arm or a leg.
What is a common sign of shock?
Pale, cool, clammy skin and rapid breathing.
What should you do for someone showing signs of hypothermia?
Move them to warmth, remove wet clothing, cover with blankets.
What should you always use when giving first aid to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens?
Gloves or a barrier device
When using an AED, what should you do before pressing the shock button?
Make sure no one is touching the person.
What should you do if a stabbing victim still has the knife in them?
Do not remove it—stabilize it in place and control bleeding.
What is the first step in helping someone having a seizure?
Protect their head and move objects away from them.
What should you do first for someone showing signs of heat exhaustion?
Move them to a cooler area and give small sips of water.
What are three potential hazards to look for before giving first aid?
Traffic, fire, electrical wires, or violent subjects.
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator.
What should you do if the dressing soaks through?
Add more layers—don’t remove the first dressing.
What should you give a person showing signs of a diabetic emergency if they are awake?
Something with sugar, like juice or glucose tablets.
What are the first signs of frostbite?
Numbness, pale or waxy-looking skin.
What’s the correct way to remove gloves?
Peel off one glove inside out, then use it to remove the second without touching the outside.
If a person collapses and is unresponsive, what’s your first action?
Check responsiveness, call for backup/EMS, begin CPR.
How do you treat a nosebleed?
Have the person sit forward and pinch the nose just below the bridge.
What should you never do to a burn?
Never apply ice directly or pop blisters.
What’s the best way to rewarm frostbitten fingers or toes?
Use body heat or place in warm (not hot) water.