First Aid
You witness a co-worker cut the palm of their hand with a tool. The cut is relatively small but is bleeding. What is the best way to stop this bleeding?
How many compressions are done in a "set" of CPR?
What does "AED" stand for?
What are 3 examples of life-threatening sudden illnesses?
What is : Heart Attack, Asthma attack, anaphylaxis, diabetic emergency, seizures, shock, opioid overdose or stroke
How do you find who is a first responder at Foley?
What is Foley Net > Emergency Tab
What PPE should you ensure you have while performing first aid?
What are gloves, eye protection, gown etc.
How many breaths are given in a set of CPR?
What is "two"
What brand of AED does Foley have on site?
What is "Lifeline View" or "Defibtech"
Name 3 symptoms of a patient who is suffering from heat exhaustion? And how do you care for them?
What is:
Fatigue, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dehydration, cramps, fainting, cool/clammy skin.
To care: loosen clothing, apply cool wet cloths to the skin or spray with cool water. Sip cool fluids with electrolytes etc.
Demonstrate where you can find severe weather and building evacuation plans on Foley Net?
What is : Emergency Tab > Severe weather and building evacuation plan.
Once you have recognized that an emergency exists and have decided to take action, follow the emergency action steps:
How many compressions should you be doing per minute of CPR?
What is 100-120
Where are the pads located on the AED we have?
What is in the back
What is begin 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts - until the object is removed or they go unconscious
Name the location closest to where your work area is (desk, bay etc.) that has an AED/First Aid Kit? (You cannot look up on Foley Net to answer)
What is : Review after answer is given on Foley Net
You witness a co-worker have an accident where their arm is injured. Upon further investigation, you find that they have severe bleeding, it is bright red and spurting, there is rapid blood loss, they have pale skin with rapid breathing and dizziness. You try direct pressure but after several minutes the patient is getting less conscious and bleeding has not slowed. What do you do?
What is "apply a tourniquet"
What is 2 initial breaths before starting CPR
In order for the AED pads to be placed onto a patient, it must be placed on
What is "bare skin"
You are working with a co-worker who you suspect is suffering from Hypothermia. What is the best way to provide care?
What is:
1. Call 911
2. Move to a warm place
3. Remove wet clothes/cover them in a blanket etc.
4. Provide re-assurance until emergency services arrive.
Name the places that you can find a Foley "face mask" to do CPR with.
1. First Aid Cabinet 2. AED pocket pouch
What contents are in the Bloodborne Pathogen Kits?
1. Absorbent
2. Gloves, facemask, gown -PPE
3. Biohazard bag
4. Tools to pick up the spill
5. Disinfectant supplies
What is 1) 911 shows up - Paramedics/Fire etc. 2)What is the patient starts to breathe 3) You become physical exhausted and cannot continue
Where do the AED pads go on a patient?
What is pt. left "lateral" and pt. right "sternum" - show where they go.
What are the 4 steps to administering Naloxone (Narcan)?
1. Verify the medication
2. Hold the naloxone device
3. Place and hold the tip of the nozzle in either nostril
4. Press the plunger firmly
Name 2 Items that Foley has in the first responder kit for burn relief/treatment?
What is :
1. Cool & Soothe - Aqua dressing/burn dressing
2. Burn relief gel