Cuts, Scrapes, and Bleeding
What’s the first thing you should do before treating a wound?
Put on gloves
A burn that affects only the top layer of skin is called this. (What Degree?)
First-degree burn.
If someone hits their head and loses consciousness, you should do this first.
Check for Breathing/Activate EMS.
To treat a sprain, follow this four-letter method.
RICE
What is one sign of a person in shock?
Person may begin to appear uneasy, restless, confused or worried; Skin may become pale, cool, and sweaty
For a nose bleed how long could they last before seeking medical help?
15 minutes
You should cool a burn under this for 10–20 minutes.
Cool running water.
True or False? With an electrical Burn, Turn off electrical current before touching person
True
Describe the recovery position?
Lying on your side and your airways are open
In the RICE method, what does the "C" stand for?
Compression
To stop bleeding, apply this directly to the wound.
Direct pressure.
You should never apply this common kitchen item to a burn.
Butter.
For a small bleeding cut, after applying your gloves,what is the next step?
Apply pressure to stop the bleeding
When caring for an amputated part (like a finger), the part should be kept...
clean, dry, and cool
True or False? You shouldn't rub your eye if you get an object in it.
True
You should never do this to a large embedded object in a wound.
Remove it.
What degree burn can cause blisters and severe pain.
Second-degree burn.
If a person has a nosebleed, they should lean this direction.
Forward/ Chin tilted down
If a person cannot cough or talk while choking what do you need to do?
Heimlich remover, activate EMS
__________________ are stretching or tearing injuries to muscles or tendons
Strains
After bleeding stops on a small wound/scrap, you should clean the wound with this.
Soap and water.
If someone has a large or deep burn, you should do this instead of treating it yourself.
Call 911/Activate EMS.
Gloves, Breathing devices and eye protection are examples of _________________
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
If you suspect a stroke, what is the acronym you follow?
FAST
During a 911 call what are three things you need to say first if you are the caller?
Name, location, and the emergency