CPR
Name two signs that indicate a need for CPR...
The person is not breathing and not responsive
How do you know if someone is really choking?
The person can't speak or cough.
What degree of burn is a mild sunburn?
First degree
What is the first thing you should do before administering first aid?
WASH YOUR HANDS
Name three symptoms of anaphylaxis
How should you check for responsiveness?
Tap or shake the victim and shout "Are you okay?"
What is the "universal sign" of choking?
Hands around neck, mouth open
What is a key difference between a first degree and second degree burn?
Blisters
Hydrogen Peroxide
Describe what the recovery position should look like...
Laying on side, hand supporting head, and knee stopping body from rolling onto stomach.
Describe proper positioning for chest compressions
Heel of your hand on the center of the chest, midway between the nipples, place the other hand touching the chest and interlock the fingers.
Shoulders directly over chest with arms straight
What is the first thing you should do if you suspect someone else is choking?
CALL 911
What should you do immediately after a burn injury?
Cool the burn with cool running tap water
How often should you change bandages?
At least once a day or whenever the covering becomes wet or dirty
What should you NOT do if someone is having a seizure?
Try to restrain the persons movements.
What is the CPR compression rate?
30 compressions at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute
How many back blows should you give to a choking victim before moving to abdominal thrusts?
5
What should you NOT place on a burn as this might cause tissue injury?
Ice
Name 3 signs of an infected cut
Expanding changes in color, increasing pain, drainage, warmth, swelling
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate
What is the first piece of information you want to provide to the 911 dispatcher?
The address
What if the victim is too large for you to get your arms around or is pregnant?
Give chest thrusts, avoid squeezing the ribs with your arms.
What degree of burn appears as charred, leathery skin?
Third Degree
How do you know if you need stitches? (name 2 signs)
The cut is still bleeding after 5 minutes of pressure, is gaping or wide, looks deep, is on your face, lips or neck, spurts blood, or has an object sticking out of it
1. Clean wound with water and antibacterial soap
2. Control bleeding
3. Seek medical attention