CPR & Stroke
True or False:
In hands only CPR, you perform 30 Chest compressions a minute.
False
Done correctly, you should have about 100 compressions in one minute.
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Unable to talk; problem breathing; unable to cough forcefully; blue or darkened skin, lips and fingertips are signs of _______.
Choking
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Shock is a life threatening condition to what bodily system?
What are the first three things to check for in any injured person?
Check for consciousness
Check for breathing and pulse
Check for uncontrolled bleeding
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Procedure that is used when someone is unconscious due to a heart attack, stroke or some other medical emergency.
CPR / Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
What are the signs of a stroke?
Paralysis on one side of the body - blurred vision - problem speaking - difficulty breathing - mental confusion - dizziness or loss of balance - sudden severe headache - loss of consciousness.
The American Red Cross recommends two methods for assisting choking victims; what are they?
Back Blow
Abdominal thrust
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The symptoms are cool, pale, clammy skin, and enlarged pupils, starring off into space. What is this emergency?
Shock
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What are the steps to stop severe bleeding?
Call for help. If available, put on sterile protective gloves. Remove any dirt from the cut. Stop the bleeding by covering it with a clean cloth and apply pressure.
Heart attack; the heart stops beating.
Cardiac Arrest
What should your immediate response be for a stroke victim?
Call 911 and note the time.
The time will assist the medical team in their course of action.
After giving five back blows to a choking victim and the object does not come out, what is the next step....
Give five abdominal thrusts.
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True or False:
Shock is a serious condition and can cause death if the victim does not receive medical treatment.
True
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What are the signs of a Heart Attack?
Uncomfortable pressure in the chest - pain or pressure in the arms, neck, jaw or back - nausea, indigestion, heartburn or abdominal pain - light headedness, fainting, sweating or shortness of breathe.
A medical emergency where the blood flow to your brain stops.
Stroke
The symptoms are nausea or indigestion and pain in the arm and neck.
What is a Heart Attack...
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Standing at the persons side, having them bend forward and striking the person in the back is called....
A back blow
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What are the first aid steps for a shock victim?
Loosen tight clothing
Lay person on back with feet elevated higher then their head
Keep the victim warm
Do not give any food or drink
What does C A B stand for as it relates to CPR.
Compressions
Airway
Breathing
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A device that analyzes the heart and determines if an electric shock is needed.
AED / Automatic External Defibrillator
True or False...
If you think someone is having a heart attack, but is breathing normally and responsive in every other way, you should perform CPR.
False
Do not give CPR
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Describe the abdominal thrust...
Standing behind the person, and using one hand to find their navel (belly button). Make a fist with your other hand and place the thumb side against the middle of the abdomen just about the navel.
Grasp the fist with the other hand and press hard into the abdomen with a quick upward thrust.
When should you call for help if you suspect someone is in shock?
Immediately call for help.
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According to your lesson reading assignment, how many people die from choking every year?
4,600
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In the Body, The network responsible for the flow of blood, nutrients, hormones, oxygen and other gases to and from cells.
Circulatory System