The steps to follow in an emergency are...
"Check, Call, and Care"
What is the first step in caring for a bleeding wound?
Apply direct pressure with a sterile or cleaning dressing.
You should not move a person (unless absolutely necessary) if they have this kind of injury.
Always check for signs of life no more than...
"10 seconds" However, in an adult situation, we now focus with a quick scan and immediately into chest compressions.
How should you care for someone with frostbitten hands?
Get the person to a warm environment and then rewarm hands in warm water.
If a person is suffering from pain or discomfort in the chest that lasts more than 3 to 5 minutes or that goes away and comes back, this person is more than likely having...
"heart-related emergency"
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Immobilize, Cold, Elevate
Once you have attached AED pads to a person, you should...
Allow or activate the AED to analyze the heart rhythm
Early CPR is an important link in the Cardiac Chain of Survival because...
It helps circulate blood that contains oxygen to vital organs until an AED is ready to use or advanced medical personnel arrives.