First Aid
What is the first step in providing First Aid?
Check the scene for dangers
Why is choking more common for younger children?
Explore by putting things in mouth. Lack ability to chew complex foods. Run and play with food in their mouths.
What is a sudden illness?
A quick onset of symptoms than can be life threatening if not treated immediantly.
Why is it important to provide care to someone experiencing life-threatening bleeding?
There is a high chance of bleeding out before EMS could arrive.
What are the three C's of Emergency care?
Check-Call-Care
What are universal precautions?
Wearing gloves, washing hands, proper PPE
Which finger do you use for a finger sweep?
Index Finger
List three symptoms of being in shock
Cool, clammy skin. Gray or blueish tint to lips. Rapid Pulse. Rapid Breathing. Nausea or vomiting. Enlarged Pupils. Changes in levels of consiousness. Excessive thirst.
What are the two variables to consider when determining if bleeding is life-threatening?
Volume and Flow
Can you still perform first aid if the person is fully aware and tells you they do not want care
No.
Define Abrasions
Also known as a scrape. Wound caused by skin being sraped agaisnt a hard surface.
To dislodge the item, perform 5 ____ and 5 ____
Back Blows and Abdominal Thrusts
If a child is younger than 2 years old and has a fever, what temp should you contact a healthcare provider?
102.5 or greater
If you see a pool of blood on the floor, what is the amount that means it could be life-threatening?
Half of a soda can
How do you check for an unresponsive person?
Tap-Shout-Tap
Define Avulsions
Injury that occurs when the skin or tissue is partly of completly torn away
List at least three common choking items for children
What is the main concern with diarrhea in children?
What two ways of bleeding show that it could be life-threating?
Blood flowing continously or spurting
If the person is unresponsive and you cannot obtain consent, are you allowed to perform first aid?
Yes, consent in implied if the patient is unresponsive.
Define all three types of burns
First Degree Burn- Involves only outer layer of skin, may become red and be painful. Minor burn
Second Degree Burn- Involves several layers of skin, may develop blisters. Small=Minor, Large=Major
Third Degree Burn- Involves all layers of skin, can damage inner tissues. These burns require medical care.
What must you fully support when helping a choking infant?
Their head and neck
What is Anaphylaxis? What is used to treat this illness?
A life-threatening allergic reaction. Epinephrine(Epi-Pen)
No, applying pressure should be painful. It is needed to stop the bleeding.
When used to gather more information, what does S.A.M. stand for?
A- Allergies
M- Medications and Medical Conditions