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First aid for a minor burn
Run under cool water
When should an MA provide their name, location (address), phone number, and patients condition, and first aid being provided?
When calling in an emergency to EMS/911
Examples of physical workplace hazards
Poor ergonomics, radiation, excessive noise
What is a hallmark symptom of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in relation to the patient’s breath?
Sweet fruity smell
Another name for shortness of breath
Dyspnea
What is the best way to control bleeding?
Apply firm pressure directly to the wound (with gloves), raise above level of the heart, monitor for shock
What are the FIRST (2) steps in identifying an emergency?
Assess the situation and Assess the victim
What is the main goal of proper body mechanics?
Prevent injury
A victim can not cough, breathe, or speak due to an airway obstruction. Which first aid intervention should you provide?
Abdominal thrusts
What does RACE stand for?
Remove anyone in danger, activate alarm, contain fire, extinguish fire
First Aid for seizures
Lower to floor, turn to side, protect head, prevent injury, time seizure
How to respond to emergencies related to chemicals are listed where?
Safety data sheet
What device is used to measure radiation exposure?
Dosimeter
Symptoms of stroke
Facial numbness/droop, paralysis on one side, slurred speech, dizziness
Insulin reaction occurs when blood sugar is too low. What is this called?
Hypoglycemia
First aid for myocardial infarction
Encourage rest, loosen clothing around neck, monitor vital signs
Blood or body fluids should be disposed in a _____.
Biohazard container
What is the proper way to lift an object?
Place feet shoulder width apart, Bend knees, avoid twisting at waist
A victim did not eat breakfast and is now has a headache, cold clammy skin, and is confused. What type of situation do you suspect is occuring?
Insulin Reaction
Another name for fainting
syncope
What increases the likelihood that people would respond in an emergency?
Being prepared and practicing
What information should you know when facing a disaster?
know location of stairs and exits, know location of fire alarms and extinguishers
There is a fire and you are trapped in a room. You should:
stay low, feel the door for heat, stay in room if no safe exit, block door with damp towel to prevent smoke from entering, cover mouth with damp towel
A victim appears pale, gray, and is tachycardic and hypotensive. You suspect they are in shock. What should you do?
Control bleeding, Elevate the legs, monitor vitals, maintain body temperature
Explain fulcrum and lever
fulcrum- base of support
lever- moves object by resting on the base of support