choking
What facial expressions would a choking person show?
panicked confused or surprised
When does a heart attack occur?
When blood flow to part of the heart is blocked
What does EMS stand for?
Emergency medical services
what to do before giving care to a child with a parent present
ask the parent for consent
What steps do you alternate between in helping a choking infant?
Back blows and abdominal thrusts
How do you know if the person is actually choking?
they are making high pitched noises or coughing weakly
Signs of a heart attack?
pain or discomfort in the chest for 3-5 minutes consistently
first step in EMS system
recognizing that an emergency exists
The S in SAMPLE stands for...
signs and symptoms
The L in SAMPLE stands for...
last oral intake
Do you bend a person over for back blows?
yes
Is cardiac arrest the same thing as a heart attack?
No
second step in EMS system
deciding to take action
The A in SAMPLE stands for...
Allergies
The E in SAMPLE stands for...
events leading up to the incident
How many back blows do you give in one set?
5
when does cardiac arrest occur?
heart stops beating/beats ineffectively to circulate blood flow to the brain and other vital organs
third step in the EMS system
activating the EMS system
The M in SAMPLE stands for...
Medications
Within 2 hours of feeling heart attack symptoms, if people go without care they will likely...
die
What do you do if the person goes unconscious while giving care?
Lay them down on a hard flat surface and perform CPR.
Can you give aspirin to someone during a heart attack?
yes
fourth step in the EMS system
giving care until EMS personnel take over
The P in SAMPLE stands for...
Pertinent medical history
What does the Cardiac Chain of Survival have?
5 actions when performed in rapid succession boost a person's chance of survival