Absence of Breathing
Foreign Body Airway Obstruction
Anaphylaxis & Shock
Asthma & Bleeding
Diabetes & Drowning
100
Because breathing emergencies may occur, adults who work with children should be certified in these 2 things.
What are basic first aid and CPR?
100
Airway obstruction accounts for this percent of deaths in children under 5 years of age.
What is nearly 90%?
100
Difficulty breathing, talking, and/or swallowing. Wheezing and/or cough. Hives.
What are 3 common symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction?
100
A chronic disorder of the respiratory system characterized by periods of wheezing, gasping and labored breathing.
What is asthma?
100
The leading cause of death of unintentional death among young children.
What is drowning?
200
In terms of CPR, what C-A-B stands for.
What is Compressions, Airway, Breathing
200
Press fists into child's abdomen with quick upward thrusts.
What is the Heimlich Maneuver?
200
Anaphylaxis is caused by this.
What is a severe allergic reaction to a foreign substance?
200
Results from injuries such as deep gashes or head lacerations.
What is bleeding?
200
Caused by low blood sugar
What is hypoglycemia?
300
Pushing hard and fast on the center of the victim's chest.
What are compressions?
300
The only situation in which you should attempt to retrieve an object from a child's mouth.
What is if the object is clearly visible?
300
Skin that is pale, cool and clammy. Confusion, anxiety restlessness. Increased perspiration.
What are early indicators of shock?
300
Allergic reactions. Respiratory infections. Air pollutants. Physical exertion.
What are common factors known to trigger an acute asthma attack?
300
2 reasons why it is difficult for young children to escape from water hazards.
What are poor muscle coordination and large upper body proportions?
400
5 cycles of 30 chest compressions, 2 breaths then call 911
What are the steps to perform CPR if you are alone?
400
The 2 most common causes of aspiration.
What are certain foods and small objects?
400
Food. Medication. Insect bite. Latex.
What are examples of allergens that frequently cause anaphylaxis?
400
What you should save so the doctor can estimate the amount of blood loss.
What are all of the blood-soaked dressings/ gauze pads/ bandages?
400
Symptoms are increased thirst, confusion, staggering (appears as if drunk), Sweet smelling, wine-like breath odor
What is high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)?
500
Placing a child on their side if the child resumes breathing
What is the recovery position?
500
It is best not to interfere with a child choking as long as the child continues to do this.
What is cough?
500
The time in which symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction to the offending allergen usually develops.
What is within minutes?
500
The number of children who are absent from school every day due to asthma.
What is 36,000 children?
500
2 reasons why older children die from drowning.
What are overestimation of their swimming abilities and engaged in unsafe water activities?
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