First Aid Fundamentals
If you need to move an injured person to get them out of danger, you could build a __________ and all you'd need is two poles/branches and a blanket.
Stretcher
Shortness of breath, sweating, and pain in the chest are symptoms of what?
A Heart Attack
What are the two basic types of fractures?
Simple (closed)
Compound (open)
Symptoms of _________ include slurred speech, shallow breathing, weak pulse, clumsiness and confusion.
Hypothermia
What are the three C's of First Aid?
Check, Call, Care
Check the scene for safety
Call 9-1-1
Care for the victim
What is anaphylaxis?
A severe, life threatening allergic reaction
What do you do if bleeding seeps through the bandage or cloth on a wound?
If bleeding seeps through the bandage or cloth on a wound, add another on top of it while continually pressing firmly on the area.
DO NOT remove the initial bandage.
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate response to a co-worker who has had a chemical splash in their eyes?
A. Call 9-1-1
B. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water or use an eye flushing station
C. Apply any available eye drops to moisten the eyes
D. Take the chemical container with you to the medical emergency response provider
C. Apply any available eye drops
After a chemical splash, you should never put anything in the eyes except for water, saline eye flush, or contact lens saline rinse.
What does CPR stand for?
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
Hyperglycemia is _____ blood sugar.
Hypoglycemia is _____ blood sugar.
Hyperglycemia is high blood sugar.
Hypoglycemia is low blood sugar.
Tendons attach ________ to _________.
Muscle to bones
Nausea, dizziness, muscle cramps, feeling faint, headache, fatigue, and heavy sweating are symptoms of _________ _________.
Heat Exhaustion
What is the "Good Samaritan Law"?
Law that protect a responder if they are reasonably careful, act in good faith, and do not provide care beyond their skill level.
BE FAST is a device to identify if someone is having a stroke. What does BE FAST stand for?
B-Balance
E-Eyes
F-Face
A-Arms
S-Speech
T-Time
The general care for injuries to muscles, bones, and joints includes following the mnemonic RICE. RICE stands for what?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate
or
Rest, Immobilize, Cold and Elevate
When responding to a co-worker who has been bitten by a venomous snake, should you apply ice? Why/why not?
NO. It will not help the injury and can damage the skin and tissue.