Prevention
How often should you test your smoke alarms?
Once a month
What are two reasons why we would call hazmat?
Fuel spill, unknown materials.
What does AED stand for
Automatic external defibrillator
How much does one gallon of water weigh?
8.3 lbs
What is the compression rate for CPR (compressions per minute)?
100-120 bpm
Name 3 tools on the ambulance and what they're used for
(EMS tools etc.)
How much water can one of the ARFF trucks hold at the Hobby Firestation?
3000 gallons
How long does it take a fire to become life threatning?
2 minutes
TRUE OR FALSE
If there is a fire in your home, the best place to hide is in your closet or under your bed.
FALSE
Fires can be scary, but hiding from them can be fatal. Never hide in enclosed areas where you could become trapped.
What is the compression to breaths ratio for CPR
30:2
If you notice that one of your cords or charging cables has a tear in it, what should you do?
STOP using it and tell an adult!
Name 3 tools on the fire truck and what they're used for
(Fire tools etc.)
Would a fire wake someone up if they were asleep?
No, you could actually fall into a deeper sleep due to the gasses a fire produces.
Why is carbon monoxide so dangerous?
Carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless, CO poisoning is extremely dangerous because it can happen quickly and it alters your mental state quickly.
What are the 3 different types of bleeding
Why should you close your door when you go to sleep in regards to fire safety?
Closed doors slow down fires. Keeps smoke from coming into the room and keeps heat out.
What are the uses of A,B,C, and K fire extinguishers
A- Ash (anything that makes ash when it burns)
B- Boom (combust)
C-computer (electrical)
K- kitchen
Where should you place a tourniquet and where should you not place one?
Place tourniquets on arms and legs, never on a joint or the neck.
What is the average number of liters of blood in an adult.
5 liters
What is correct compression depth for adults and infants
2 inches for adults
1.5 inches for children
When using a fire extinguisher, what is the PASS method?
PULL the pin
AIM at the base of the fire
SQUEEZE the handle
SWEEP from side to side
How many gallons per minute can the blitz fire put out?
500 -1250 GPM
Why did the water rise in our candle experiment?
When the candle went out, condensation formed at the top of the jar, and the air in the jar cooled. The air in the jar dropped in pressure because of the reduction in temperature, which caused water to enter the jar to equalize the pressure.
Why would life flight be called?
For extremely critical situations where time to get the patient to emergency medical care is important
What is the difference between a cardiac arrest and a heart attack?
Cardiac arrest is when the heart stops beating due to an electrical issue. A heart attack occurs due to a blockage or lack of available oxygen to the heart.