General First Aid
What number should you call for help
911
What is a hurry case
A hurry case is a situation where quick action is needed to save the victims life
When treating strains and sprains, what does RICE stand for
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
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What should you do if you get chemicals in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes
What are some of the signs of hypothermia?
Feel cold and numb, becoming tired and unable to think straight, shiver uncontrollably, makes poor decisions, become irritable, stumble and fall or lose consciousness
List two things you should do when "checking the scene" of an accident
What caused the accident or illness
Are there dangers in the area that could affect victims, bystanders, or rescuers
How many victims are there? How badly are they injured?
If other people are nearby, can they assist with first aid or get help
What machine do you use for medical emergencies in public places/sports events?
AED
What does DOTS stand for
Deformity, Open Wounds, Tenderness, Swelling
What is the difference between a simple fracture compound fracture?
A simple fracture is a broken bone that doesn't cut through the skin while a compound fracture is a broken bone that cuts through the skin.
What are some signs of Heat Exhaustion?
Severe lack of energy, faintness, General weakness, headache, nausea, sweating, rapid pulse, and cool, pale, moist skin.
What do you have to keep in mind about yourself in any first aid situation?
Your safety for example watch for other cars, beware of falling rocks and slippery roads, also be aware of where you are
Should you perform the Heimlich Maneuver on a choking victim who is coughing?
No. The Heimlich Maneuver (and abdomen thrusts) should only be performed on victims who cannot speak, cough, or breathe.
When splinting a lower leg where do you put a splint?
From the middle of the thigh to past the heel.
Which burn do you get a blister from and how do you treat it
Second degree and don't pop the blister, put it in cool water or apply a cool cloth
What are some of the signs of Heat Stroke?
Hot, sweaty, or dry red skin, confusion, and disorientation, rapid pulse, shallow breathing, seizures, unconsciousness, vomiting.
What are 4 signs of shock?
Restlessness or irritability
Weakness
Nausea and vomiting
A quick or weak pulse
disorientation
Where do you place a splint for an upper leg fracture
one padded splint on the outside of your leg reaching your armpit to your heel, and another splint inside your leg extending from your heel to your crotch
What degree is a full-thickness burn and what are two things you DO NOT want to do
Third-degree,
remove clothing
apply creams and ointments
What is frostbite and how do you treat it?
Frostbite is when the skin and tissue become cold enough to freeze. You treat frostbite my moving the victim into a shelter, remove a glove and warm the injury with the palm of your hand, if severe help get the victim into warm clothing, wrap wound in a banket, dry the wound, seek medical help.
What is the "Good Samaritan Law"?
Laws that protect anyone from making a good faith effort the help the victim of an injury or illness. Whenever you are confronted with a first aid emergency, use the skills you have to the best of your ability. No one expects you to have the knowledge of a physician but you can use your training to help until professional medical attention is available.
What are the 5 common signs of a heart attack?
1. Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in the center of the chest behind the breastbone. The feeling may spread to the shoulders, arms, and neck. It isn't always severe. 2. Unusual sweating - for instance, even if a room is cool. 3. Nausea - usually first sign for women! 4. Shortness of breath. 5. A feeling of weakness.
How do you a four-handed seat?
Each rescuer grabs their own wrist with one hand, then with your free hand grabs the wrist of the other rescuer's wrist that is holding its own hand.
What to do is you get punctured by a 12-inch machete
Don't try pulling it out, gently wash the area around it with soap and water, apply a sterile bandage and seek medical attention
What is the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion? AND what is the difference between hypothermia, and frostbite?
Heat exhaustion begins with general muscle weakness, sudden excessive sweating, nausea and vomiting, and possible fainting. A heat stroke is when your body's internal temperature reaches over 103 degrees.
A victim is often unaware of frostbite because frozen tissue is numb. in any skin, the area may be the first sign of frostbite. Hypothermia often occurs at very cold temperatures but can occur at cool temperatures (above 40°F), if a person is wet (from rain, sweat, or cold water) and becomes chilled.