Infants/children
infants and children can become uncomfortable around a medical provider
true
if a person is not breathing or making movements, are they responsive
NO
what does the S stand for
signs and symptoms
what is the emergency number?
911
how should you check a toddler
from head to toe
what is the first step in CPR
check if the scene is safe
what does the A stand for
allergies
If the person does not respond in any way and is not
breathing or is only gasping, what should you assume
that CPR is required
how can you reassure a child
tell them that emergency services are arriving
what does cpr stand for
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
what does the M stand for
Medications
what does EMS stand for
Emergency medical services
compression depth for infants
1 and a half inches (3 cm)
what is the law that says a person can perform cpr on someone if they are not present?
implied consent
what does the P stand for
pertinent medical history
if you suspect the victum has a head injury what should you advise them not to do
move
compression depth for children
4 cm
no
what does the L stand for
last food or drink
what does SAMPLE stand for
signs and symptoms, allergies, medicine, pertinent medical history, last food/drink, events leading up to the incident