CPR
How many chest compressions do you give during CPR?
30 chest compressions.
Fires and burns are ______ leading cause of accidental deaths in the US
4th
What layer of skin does a 2nd degree burn penetrate? What are the symptoms?
Burns through the epidermis into the dermis and exposes pain receptors. The burn will be red, swelling, have blisters and the victim will be in extreme pain
What is a heart attack?
when blood flow to the heart is blocked. Usually caused by a blood clot or if plaque breaks lose into the bloodstream.
What is a powerful rotating storm with winds of at least 74 miles per hour that forms over warm ocean waters
A Hurricane
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
What are the 3 things a fire needs to burn?
Fuel, heat, and oxygen
What is the difference between and open fracture and a closed fracture?
Bonus 100 pts: What are the other names for an open and closed fracture?
An open fracture is when the bone is broken and protrudes through the skin causing a wound. Aka: Compound fracture
A closed fracture is when the bone is broken but does not protrude the skin AKA: Simple Fracture
Cardiac arrest is an electrical problem (something wrong with how the heart functions) whereas a heart attack is a circulation problem.
What is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?
Tornado Watch: Tornadoes are possible in or near your area
Tornado Warning: A tornado has been sighted or indicated on the radar and poses an imminent threat.
when an obstruction enters the trachea and blocks the airway
What are the 3 ways poison can enter the body?
Ingested, inhaled, or absorbed
What is a chemical burn and how do you treat it?
A chemical burn is when a chemical comes in contact with the skin and burns the skin the longer it remains on the skin.
To treat it quickly remove anything that is contaminated and flush the area with low pressure water until pain is gone. Do not rub the affected area. Apply a clean dressing and seek medical attention
What is the acronym that helps you know the warning signs of a stroke. What does each letter stand for?
F.A.S.T - FACE, ARM, SPEECH, TIME
What was rule 2 in the water safety rules we went over?
1.Look before you leap!
Always check the water and weather conditions and be sure it is a safe place to swim. Always enter the water feet first unless you know it is intended for diving.
What is a device that applies a brief electric shock to the heart?
A Defibrillator (AED)
Name the 4 common household items that are poisonous in the home
What is the difference between a sprain and a strain?
A strain is when a muscle or tendon is thorn. A sprain is when a ligament is torn or stretched around a joint
What is a stroke?
A Stroke is when there is an interruption of blood flow to the brain.
When the part of the brain that is affected by the blocked artery cant get enough blood and oxygen the brain cells in that part of the brain die, causing a stroke
Name the 4 beach warning Flags.
Double Red: Water is closed
Red: High Hazard- rough conditions like strong current and surf
Yellow: Medium Hazard - light surf or currents
Green: Low Hazard - calm conditions
Purple: Marine Pest - jellyfish, stingrays, and dangerous fish
Describe the Heimlich maneuver
–Stand to the side of the choking victim and have them lean slightly forward
–Place the heal of your hand between their shoulder blades and give 5 back blows and try to dislodge the object
–If that doesn’t work, quickly stand behind them, brace their body by putting one of your legs in-between theirs, and wrap your arms around their waist
–Place one fist with thumb just above the belly button and place other hand on top. Then thrust up and in several times. Keep alternating between back blows and abdominal thrust: this process is known as the Heimlich maneuver
What are the 3 classes of Fire and what do they mean?
Bonus 100 pts: What fires do you never use water on?
Class A Fires: ordinary combustible materials like wood, cloth, and plastics
Class B Fires: flammable liquids like gasoline, oil, and paint thinner.
Class C: Involving electrical equipment and wiring. Usually due to some type of ignition due to faulty wiring, overloaded outlets, or malfunctioning appliances.
Name the 3 types of splints we discussed
Bonus 100: Define each
Rigid, anatomic, soft splints
Which of the following is a sign of a heart attack? (hint there are 2 listed)
- Shortness of breath
- Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.
- Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, arm, or shoulder
- Severe headache with no known cause.
- Shortness of breath
- Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, arm, or shoulder
How do you survive a rip current?
Stay clam – the current wont pull you under but they will pull you farther away from shore. Panicking and fight the current will exhaust you
Swim parallel to the shore until you are out of the current
If you cant swim out of a current calmly tread water and signal for help by calling out and raising your arms