General Knowledge
What is the first step in providing First Aid?
Check the patient
Name the law that allows you to perform first aid if the patient is unresponsive.
Good Samaritan Laws
What is the ratio for compressions to breathes when giving CPR?
30:2
When a person is choking, you perform __ _______ & __ ________
5 Back Blows
5 Abdominal Thrusts
What is the definetion of a sudden illness?
A quick onset of symptoms that can be life threatening.
A wound also known as a scrape.
Abrasion
What are the three C's of First Aid? Say them in order.
Check, Call, Care.
What is the order for performing CPR, does it ever change?
Compressions then breathes.
Breathes first if suspected of drowning.
Which finger would you use to perform a finger sweep on a child?
What are the key things to consider when determining of bleeding is life-threatening?
Volume and Flow
Injury that occurs when the skin or tissue is partially or fully torn off
Avulsion
What are universal precautions? Give examples.
PPE worn to protect you while providing first aid. (Gloves, CPR mask, face shield, etc.)
How does the depth of compressions vary from adult to child to infant?
Adult - At least 2 inches
Child- About 2 inches
Infatnt- About 1.5 inches
Explore by putting things in mouth, Lack ability to chew complex foods, Usually run or play while eating.
What two ways of bleeding show that it could be life-threatening?
If a child is younger that 2, what fever temp should you call your healthcare provider?
102.5
What is the procedure for checking if a person is unresponsive?
Tap-Shout-Tap
What are the two ways you can perform chest compressions on an infant?
Encirling thumbs or two finger technique.
What do you do if you cannot properly wrap your arms around the patients waist?
Chest Thrusts
What is the number one concern with diarrhea in children?
Dehydration
What does the acronym S.A.M. stand for?
Signs and Symptoms
Allergies
Medications or Medical Conditions
Describe all three types of burns
First Degree- First lay of skin, turns red and may swell.
Second Degree- Multiple layers of skin, will turn red and blister. Possible medical care
Third Degree- All layers of skin. Always requires medical attention.
List all three criteria that have to be met before you can perform CPR.
Not breathing properly
Unresponsive
No pulse
What is the most important factor to consider when assisting a choking infant?
Supporting their head & neck
What are hemostatic dressings?
Dressings with a coagulant for the blood.