CLEAR!
What is the first thing you do before entering an emergency scene?
Check the scene is safe.
What is a fracture?
Break in the bone.
What is the difference between an OPEN and CLOSED wound?
Open - Break in the skin
Closed - No break in the skin, injury is below surface
List 1 sign or symptom of HEAT EXHAUSTION
pale, clamy skin, fatigue, muscle cramp, weakness, dizziness
What should you do if the scene is NOT safe for you to enter?
Call 911
What is the Compression to Breath ratio for an ADULT?
30:2
What is a dislocation?
Bone end displaced from the joint.
What is the term for, "a scrape"
Abrasion
List 1 TREATMENT for Heat Exhaustion
rest, cool area, drink water, remove excess layers of clothing
What is the definition of FIRST AID
Immediate care
What does CPR Stand for?
CardioPulmonaryResusitation
What does a COLD AND WARM application do when treating a sprain or strain?
COLD - Reduces swelling
WARM - Relaxes muscles
What does putting pressure on a bleeding wound do?
Helps stop bleeding, allows the body to start clotting.
What occurs when the body is overexposed to heat?
Chemical imbalance
List 2 SENSES that can alert you to an emergency.
Sight, sound, smell
What is the purpose of an AED?
Correct an altered heart rhythm.
What is the difference between a SPRAIN and a STRAIN?
SPRAIN - Injury to tissue surrounding the joint.
STRAIN - Overstreaching of a muscle
If blood is continuing to soak through the bandage what do you do PRIOR to applying a tournaquet?
Continue to add more bandages.
List 2 Signs and/or Symptoms of Heat Stroke.
skin is hot, lose consciousness, rapid pulse
Why should you avoid moving a victim?
You can cause further damage.
What is the Compression to Breath ratio for an INFANT with TWO RESCUERS?
15:2
What additional damage can occur if the injured part of a DISLOCATION is moved?
Injury to Nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues.
What is the part of the tournaquet that twists to ensure it is tight called?
Windlass
What is the internal temperature of someone experiencing HEAT STROKE?
105+ degrees
What is TRIAGE?
Prioritizing treatment and level of need for multiple victims.