CPR
A method for a lay person to replace heart and lung function in the event of a physical failure temporarily. p.6
What is Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
p.6
POISON HELP : 1-800-222-1222 p.26
What is the Poison Control Center Help Line phone number? p.26
Mild sunburn is a very common example of this degree of burn. p.29
What is a 1st degree burn? p.29
Meaning of R.I.C.E. with regards to Sprains and Strains. p.37-38
What is Rest, Immobilize, Cold and Elevation ? p.37-38
When using ice on a soft tissue injury this important precaution must be taken. p.37
What is using a cloth between the ice pack and the skin to prevent frostbite? p.37
An immediate action needed to get critical information by a responder after observing a person starting to have a seizure. p.43
What is looking for a Medical ID necklace , watchband or bracelet or looking for a card in the victim's wallet ? p.43
The first concern in ANY emergency situation before a helper approaches a victim. p.6
What is a 360 degree assessment for safety?
p.6
Never do this with a suspected poisoning victim unless instructed to do so by a Medical Professional or the Poison Control Center. p.26
What is to induce vomiting or give the victim something to eat or drink ? p.26
These home remedies when applied to a burn can actually trap the heat, increase damage to the area and lead to infection. p.29
What are butter, oil-based creams or baking soda? (2 of 3 answers are a win). p.29
Immobilizing the sprained limb with an elastic compression bandage to restrict movement and reduce swelling typically lasts for what period of time . p.38
What is at least 2 days ? p.38
Contusions on the casualty's head, neck or trunk or a deep or very large contusion on an extremity after trauma can indicate this. p.37
What is a more serious internal injury or a severe crushing injury? p.37
Trying to restrain a victim, slapping or dousing them with water or placing fingers or objects in their mouth. p.43
What are three things a responder should NOT do when helping a person having a seizure? p.43
Step 1 assessment prior to starting CPR. p.7
What is checking for responsiveness? p.7
5 physical symptoms often seen after ingesting a poison. p.25
What is sudden seizures , unconsciousness, confusion, nausea, or vomiting ? p.25
Cool any degree of burn by immersing in this cool, clean liquid for at least 15 minutes. p.29
What is water? p.29
Keep the shoe/boot on the sprained foot/ankle to control swelling while walking out to safety.
What is the initial treatment for a sprained foot/ankle when out in a remote area?
Chances of a successful re-implantation of a permanent tooth by a dentist are unlikely after this period of time. p.35
What is after 2 hours?
p.35
This life-threatening condition requires immediate treatment and attention and a call to 911 or EMS. p.44
What is shock ? p.44
No response to tapping and shouting,"Are you okay?" p.7
What is unresponsiveness in a victim? p.7
After ingesting a caustic poison, in addition to possible burns or discoloration around the mouth, the victim could feel these sensations in the throat. p.25
What is pain and burning ?
p.25
After immersing the burned area and then removing it, this is the next step. p.29
What is covering the burned area with a dry, sterile dressing to prevent infection? p.29
Immediate treatment for a shoulder dislocation before placing a sling . p.38
What is placing the injured arm against the victim's chest and securing it with a cloth around the arm and chest ? p.38
The three steps for a nosebleed include the following: p.36
What are: 1. Have the person sit in a chair and lean slightly forward, 2. pinch the nose below the bridge for 10 continuous minutes 3. apply a cold compress and if bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes seek medical attention. p.36
Signs of this condition include pale, clammy skin, heavy perspiration , possible dizziness, nausea, headache and stomach cramps after exposure to hot weather conditions. p.45
What is Heat Exhaustion? p.45
With children and infants, what is another sign of unresponsiveness ? p.13
What is no crying in an infant or child victim?
p.13
After skin exposure to Western Poison Ivy or Western Poison Oak which are both found in Oregon , these common symptoms might appear. p.28
What are itching, redness and seeping blisters on the skin ? p.28
If there is any chance of debris deep within a puncture wound, the correct care ultimately includes: p.34
Medical attention for advanced care to prevent infection. p. 34
After placing a sling in place for a shoulder dislocation this needs to be checked every 5 minutes at which locations. p.38
What is checking the pulse at either the wrist or capillary refill < 2 seconds at the fingertips ? p.38
The correct body position for a victim with a suspected head or neck injury while moving them. p.40-41
What is to be sure to keep the head, neck and spine is a straight line? p.40-41
The four stages of this cold exposure condition include , in order : Stage 1 , Shivering, followed by Stage 2, apathy and decreased muscle function, followed by Stage 3,decreased responsiveness, a glassy stare, or possible freezing of extremities , Stage 4 , slow pulse and respiration and finally Stage 5, death. p.46
What is hypothermia? p.46