choking
choking kills how many people
3000+ people
steps to stop ( at least 3 )
raise wound above level of the heart , cover wound with sterile gauze or clean cloth, blood soaks thru don't remove gauze add another cloth or gauze, bleeding stops secure pad/ cloth with bandage make sure its tight
whats a universal sign someone is choking
if the person is clutching his or her throat
whats CPR
a frist aid procedure that combines rescue breathing with chest compression to restore breathing and circulation
if the person can speak
its not a choking emergency
whats shock
life threatening condition in which circulatory system fails to deliver enough blood to vital tissues and organs
how to treat someone that's choking ( list 2 ways)
stand behind back and give blows, arm diagonal and lean him or her forward, strike person between shoulder blades 5 times
signs of shock ( list 3 )
cool, clammy, pale skin , weak pulse, shallow breathing
what to do if alone ( 2 ways)
fist above navel make fist put slightly above navel, thrust inward and upward into abdomen
treat shock ( list 3 ways )
lie down, lossen clothing , no drinks , blanket