Take a Breath
What sound commonly indicates that someone has a partially obstructed airway?
Wheezing or stridor
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What is the first, immediate method to control external bleeding?
Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound
How long does the Red Cross recommend maintaining emergency supplies for an evacuation?
At least 3 days
What should you check before approaching someone who needs emergency assistance?
Check if the scene is safe
What is the first action you should take when someone is experiencing an asthma attack?
Assist them in using their quick relief inhaler and help calm them down; call 911 if breathing is severely impaired
What is the recommended rate for chest compressions in adult CPR?
100-120 compressions per minute
Where should a tourniquet be placed on a limb with significant bleeding?
Above the wound by 2-3 inches (closer to the torso) and never on a joint
What should you do if a smoke alarm sounds and you there is a fire in your home?
Get out, stay out, and call 911 once safe
What is the first aid treatment for a minor thermal burn?
Cool the burn under cool running water for 10-20 minutes, NOT ice
What is the recommended first-aid position for a responsive person having difficulty breathing?
Sitting or upright position to make breathing easier
What should you do if someone is unresponsive and only gasping occasionally?
Treat it like cardiac arrest, call 911, and start CPR
What are 2 signs of life threatening external bleeding?
Blood spurting or flowing continuously, blood rapidly pooling on the ground, blood soaked clothing
During an earthquake, what 3 actions should you take?
Drop, cover, and hold on
A person with diabetes is showing signs of low blood sugar. What can you give them, and under what conditions?
Given they are awake and able to swallow, they can be given fast acting glucose like glucose tablets or juice. These things should not be given to someone who is unresponsive.
Why can anaphylaxis cause a life-threatening respiratory emergency?
It can cause airway swelling and bronchoconstriction, restricting airflow
How deep should chest compressions be for an adult?
At least 2 inches but not more than 2.4 inches
Why should you not remove an embedded object from a bleeding wound? What should you do instead?
Removing the object can remove the block preventing further bleeding and worsen it. Wrap and apply pressure around it
Name at least 5 items the Red Cross recommends keeping in an emergency supply kit to support evacuation or sheltering
Water, nonperishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid supplies, medications, and essential documents
What should you do if someone is having a seizure?
Protect them from injury by helping them to the ground if not already down and removing nearby hazards. Do not restrain them or put anything in their mouth.
What should you do if a choking adult is unable to speak, cough, or breathe?
Give cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the object is expelled
Why is defibrillation generally ineffective for asystole (flatline)?
Asystole has no shockable electrical rhythm for the AED to work with
A tourniquet has stopped severe bleeding. When should a bystander loosen it?
Never, as a bystander. It should be left in place for medical professionals to move or remove it.
Why should you avoid driving through floodwater, even if it appears shallow?
Water can hide washed-out roads and potholes, sweep away vehicles, create dangerous currents
What does the FAST acronym stand for, and what is it used for?
Facial droop, arm drift, slurred speech, time to call 911 - for stroke