Chapter 1
What does EMS stand for
Emergency Medical services
what does sample stand for
s=sign and symptoms
a=allergies
m=medications
p=pertinent medical history
l=last food or drink
e=events leading to incident
why does a heart attack happen
A heart attack occurs when blood flow to part of the
heart muscle is blocked
what are some chocking hazards
Nuts and seeds
Hot dogs and sausages
Chunks of meat or cheese
Chunks of fruit (such as apples) and whole
grapes
what is an acute illness
is an illness that strikes suddenly and usually only lasts for a short period of time
What are signs of an emergency
unusual sound
unusual odor
unusual sight
unusual behaviors
What do you do if the person is injured and a child
Check with the parents first and ask for permission/consent to give care
what are some signs and symptoms of a heart attack
Chest pain
Discomfort or pain that spreads to one or both arms, the back, the shoulder, the neck, the jaw or the upper part of the stomach
Trouble breathing, including noisy breathing, shortness of breath or breathing that is faster than normal
what are some signs and symptoms of someone who is choking
panicked, confused or surprised facial expression. Some people may place one or both hands on their throat.
what is a chronic illness
an illness that a person lives with on an ongoing basis and that often requires continuous treatment to manage
What are Good Samaritan laws
protect individuals who voluntarily assist someone in an emergency from liability for civil damages related to the assistance provided, as long as it's done in good faith and without compensation.
what if the injured or I'll person is an older adult
pay attention to how the person introduces themselves
what is cardiac arrest
occurs when the heart stops beating or beats too ineffectively to circulate blood to the brain and other vital organs.
how do you care for a child who is choking
Back blows
Abdominal thrusts
what are some signs and symptoms of illness
Trouble breathing
Pain, such as chest pain, abdominal pain or a headache
Changes in level of consciousness, such as being confused or unaware of one’s surroundings, or becoming unresponsive
Lightheadedness or dizziness
What should you do to obtain consent
state the type of and level of training that you have
explain what you believe is wrong
explain what you plan to do
ask if you may help
What to do if the person has a disability
Address the person as you would any other
person in his or her age group. If the person
does not seem to understand you, rephrase
your statement or question in simpler terms.
what should you do before using aspirin for a heart attack
Are you allergic to aspirin?
Do you have a stomach ulcer or stomach
disease?
Are you taking any blood thinners?
how do you care for a infant who is choking
5 back blows followed by 5 chest thrust
what is respiratory distress
difficulty breathing, is evidenced by signs and symptoms such as shortness of breath, gasping for breath
What are the 3 emergency action steps
check
call
care
what do you do if the person speaks a different language
Speak in a normal voice. It is not necessary to
shout.
Find out if any bystanders speak the person’s
language and can assist by translating.
Do your best to communicate nonverbally,
using gestures and facial expressions.
For each minute that CPR and use of an AED are delayed, the person’s chance for survival is reduced by how much percentage
about 10 percent each minute
what do you do if the person becomes unresponsive
carefully lower him or her to the ground and, if you are trained, begin CPR, starting with chest compressions.
what is asthma
a chronic illness in which certain substances or conditions, called triggers, cause inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making breathing difficult.