Assessing the scene
What does "CCC" stand for in assessing the scene?
Check, Call, Care
Name one sign of a broken bone.
Swelling, bruising, or pain when moving or touching the area.
What is the first step to stop a small bleed?
Wash the wound with water and soap.
What is the universal sign of choking?
Holding the throat with hands.
Name one preventive measure for insect bites.
Wear long-sleeved clothing and insect repellents.
What should you do if the emergency scene is unsafe?
Do not approach; call for professional help if necessary.
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Immobilize, Cool, and Elevate.
How do you treat a second-degree burn?
Cool the area with water, remove jewelry, cover with a sterile loose dressing, and avoid popping blisters or applying creams.
How do you treat partial choking?
Encourage the person to keep coughing and monitor them.
How do you remove a bee stinger?
Remove the stinger without squeezing or scraping it; use a safe method like pulling it out gently.
When should you call 911 during an emergency?
call 911 in any life-threatening situation or when professional medical assistance is needed.
How do you make a splint for a broken bone?
Place a stiff object next to the injured area, wrap it with a cloth or bandage to keep it steady, and ensure it's not tied too tightly.
What is internal bleeding, and why is it dangerous?
Internal bleeding occurs inside the body and can lead to life-threatening conditions if not treated promptly.
What are the two techniques to treat complete choking?
Back blows and abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) or chest thrusts
What steps should you take for a severe allergic reaction to a sting?
Use an EpiPen, call 911, and locate the nearest AED if necessary.
Describe the "Care" step in CCC.
Provide care to the injured person until professional help arrives.
When should you seek professional medical help for a broken bone?
Always call 911 or seek medical attention for broken bones.
what should you do if there’s an embedded object in a wound?
do not remove the object; place padding around it to stabilize and protect it.
Explain how to perform chest thrusts for a choking individual.
stand behind the person, wrap arms under their armpits, place a fist in the middle of their chest, and pull back sharply up to five times.
What should you do if bitten by an unknown animal?
Do not try to capture the animal, clean the wound thoroughly, and seek medical attention immediately.
what is the first step when helping someone having a seizure?
protect the person from injury, and check for injuries if they fall.
List two symptoms of shock.
Pale, clammy skin and rapid breathing.
When should you call 911 for someone having a seizure?
Call 911 if the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes, if there is no history of seizures, or if they don’t recover normally after an hour.
How should you position a person in shock?
Lay them down and elevate their legs slightly to heart level.
What's the difference between a second and third degree burn?
second: Moderate to severe; affects both the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and the second layer (dermis).
third: Most severe; damages all layers of the skin, including fat and potentially underlying muscles or bones.