CPR & Breathing
Will a CPR or AED be more life saving?
AED
What is the first step to treating severe bleeding?
Apply pressure.
What is the first step in first degree burn?
Run under cool water for 10-15 mins.
What should you do if you suspect someone of having a broken leg?
Tell them to not move it.
What must you ask for after taking charge?
Ask bystanders for help.
What is the ratio between breaths and compressions?
2:30
If an object is imbedded, do you remove it or not?
Do not remove it.
Should ice ever be applied to a burn?
No.
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What must you do before entering a room?
Check for dangers.
Where should the AED patches be for an adult body?
Upper right of body and bottom left body.
What is the method used to secure an imbedded object?
Log cabin.
How do you treat a third degree burn?
You can't, you must call 911.
What does the acronym RICE stand for?
R - Rest
I - Ice
C - Compression
E - Elevation
S - Signs & Symptoms
A - Allergies
M - Medications
P - Past Medical History
L - Last Meal
E - Events Leading to Incident
What is the correct depth for compressions?
2.5 in or 5 cm
What happens if the bleeding goes through the bandages you placed for treatment?
Put more gauze/abdominal pads onto injury and wrap with more bandages.
If a patient has a powder on their arm with a harsh red spot underneath it, what must you assume it is?
Poison or toxic chemicals.
What do you do when someone has a fractured collarbone?
Tie a tubular sling.
What should you ask the 911 operator at the end?
The EST for when the ambulance comes.
Where should the AED patches be for an infant?
Middle chest area and middle back.
Why are tourniquets used?
To stop life threatening bleeds.
Is a casualty has a poisonous powder on their leg, what must you never do?
Wash it with water, it may activate the chemicals.
Where do you place the bandages for a lower leg injury?
Above injury, below injury, ankle, thigh, and knee.
Why should you check for liquids in the casualties ears during head to toe?
Brain fluid tells you if they have hit their head.