First Aid
When using an AED what should be the first thing you do
Turn it on. Zuhhhhh
What is communication
Communication is the exchange of information,
thoughts, ideas, and feelings
Affects the epidermis layer and the dermis layer, causing pain, redness, swelling, and blistering. What type of burn is this
2nd degree
Abrasion, Incision, Laceration, Puncture, Avulsion, and Amputation are all types of _______.
Open wounds
What is the purpose of first aid
to give immediate care to the victim of an injury or illness to minimize the effect of the injury or illness until experts can take over
Communication involves what 3 things
Sender, message, and receiver
What is shock
clinical set of signs and symptoms associated with an inadequate supply of blood to body organs, especially the brain and heart.
Whenever dealing with open wounds, what should be our two main proprieties?
Preventing infection and stopping blood flow
What is triage
a method of prioritizing treatment
What are the two types of communication and how are they done
Verbal communication: spoken and written
Nonverbal: body language
Name a type of shock
Anaphylactic, Cardiogenic, Hemorrhagic, Septic, Respiratory, Psychogenic, Metabolic, Neurogenic
What are the ways we can aid in stopping blood flow
Pressure and elevation
What does CPR mean and why is it used
cardiopulmonary resuscitation is used to circulate blood and provide oxygen for a person who is unable to
Why is feedback important
It allows us to know patient is listening and if clarification is necessary
A person has a large epidermal burn, what can you do to treat the burn
cool the area by flushing it with large amounts of cool water
What is the difference between Laceration and Incision
An incision is a clean smooth cut and a Laceration has rigged and irregular edges
If a person begins choking but is conscious, coughing, talking or making noise, and/or able to breathe, How should be provide help
Remain calm and encourage the victim to cough hard.
What are the different types of barriers in communication
Cultural diversity, physical disabilities, and psychological barriers
Name 3 first aid treatments for a burn victim
removing the source of heat, cooling the affected skin area, covering the burn, relieving pain, observing and treating for shock, and preventing infection.
BONUS! gain 100 for each one get right
Define Abrasion, Incision, Laceration, Puncture, Avulsion, and Amputation
Abrasion: skin is scraped off
Incision: a cut or injury caused by a sharp object such as a knife, scissors, or razor blade
Laceration: A wound involves tearing of the tissues by way of excessive force
Puncture: A wound is caused by a sharp object such as a pin, nail, or pointed instrument piercing skin goes through the skin and into the tissue underneath
Avulsion: when tissue is torn or separated from the victim’s body
Amputation: injury occurs when a body part is cut off and separated from the body