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What is the first step of our role in the EMS system?
1. recognise an emergency exists
What should you use to protect yourself from contact with saliva and other body fluids?
CPR breathing barriers
how many back blows and abdominal thrusts should one perform?
5 each
What does EMS stand for?
Emergency Medical System
What are signs of an emergency?
Unusual sights, sounds, odors, behaviors
What is the good samaritan laws?
protect the responder from financial liability
how many compressions are in one set?
30
what do you do when a pregnant woman is choking?
perform chest thrusts instead of abdominal
What does EMT stand for?
Emergency medical technicians
what must you do before giving first aid care?
consent
what line should we call in emergencies?
9-1-1
where should your hands be positioned?
in the center of the chest on the sternum
what are the two actions involved in giving the Heimlich maneuver?
back blows and abdominal thrusts
What is implied consent?
when someone is unresponsive or not able to grant consent, the law assumes that the person would give consent if they were able to do so.
How many times can you wear latex-free disposable gloves?
once
How do pathogens spread?
from person to person from direct or indirect contact
how much force should you use on compressions for an infant?
2 fingers
what can be considered a choking hazard?
Foods, household items, toys
What are pathogens?
harmful microorganisms that can cause disease
What is the minimum amount of time one should wash their hands for?
20 seconds
What does PPE stand for?
personal protective equipment
what is the rate of compressions per minute?
100-120
What age group is choking especially common in?
young children
HIV and Hepatitis are...
Bloodborn illnesses
what are the emergency action steps?
1. Check
2. Call 911
3. Care