Universal Precautions
What is the term for actions taken to prevent disease?
What are universal precautions?
What is a common trigger for asthma attack?
What are allergens, exercise, or cold air?
What is the medical term for low blood sugar?
What is hypoglycemia?
What is the immediate action for severe external bleeding?
What is applying direct pressure?
What is the primary danger of heatstroke?
What is the body's inability to regulate temperature?
What personal protective equipment should be worn when dealing with blood or bodily fluids?
What are gloves?
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
What is dyspnea?
What are common signs and symptoms of low blood sugar?
What are sweating, shakiness, dizziness, and confusion?
What are the signs of a concussion?
What is headache, dizziness, confusion, and nausea?
What are the signs of hypothermia?
What are shivering, confusion, and slurred speech?
What is the proper method for disposing of contaminated materials?
What is using a biohazard container?
What are the signs and symptoms of severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)?
What is difficulty breathing, swelling, hives, and dizziness?
What is a quick source of sugar that can be given to someone with low blood sugar?
What is juice, candy, or glucose tablets?
How do you treat a minor burn?
What is cool running water?
How do you treat a bee sting?
What is removing the stinger and applying a cold compress?
What should you do if you come in contact with someone's blood without wearing gloves?
What is washing your hands thoroughly and reporting exposure?
What medication is commonly used to treat asthma attack?
What is an inhaler (bronchodilator)?
What is the medical condition where the body has difficulty regulating blood sugar?
What is diabetes?
What does RICE stand for in the treatment of sprains and strains?
What is Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation?
What is the first step in treating a snake bite?
What is moving away from the snake and calling 911?
Besides gloves, what are two other examples of universal precautions?
What are eye protection, masks, and proper handwashing?
What first aid procedure is used for conscious adult who is choking?
What is the Heimlich maneuver?
What are signs of high blood sugar?
What is increased thirst, frequent urination, and blurred vision?
How do you care for an amputated body part?
What is wrapping it in clean material, placing it in a sealed plastic bag and keeping it cool?
What is a common symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is headache, nausea, and dizziness?