Direct Pressure
Are hazards present?
What is one of the first questions to ask when arriving at the scene of an emergency
Bulls Eye formation at the bite site
What is a sign/symptom of a recluse spider bite?
60-100
What is the normal heart rate for an adult in beats per minute
Shortness of Breath, flushed skin or swollen face, and tightness or swelling in the throat?
What are signs of a severe allergic reaction? (anaphylaxis shock)
Deep Puncture
Which wound would be considered high risk?
During the physical exam
When should a first aid provider look for and ask an injured person about DOTS?
when blood vessels to the brain rupture or become blocked
What is a stroke?
12-20
What is the average adult respiratory rate in breaths per minute?
Fractures involving loss of CSM
What type of fracture would require immediate evacuation?
Control Bleeding and Prevent Infection
What is the purpose of a dressing?
Turning over care to a lesser trained person
What would not be protected by good Samaritan laws?
Place a pillow between the arm and chest
What should you do If reduction is not successful to make the shoulder dislocation most comfortable ?
100-120
How many chest compressions should be given per minute in CPR
FAST (in all caps)
What is a mnemonic for a stroke assessment?
Arms and Legs
What are the only places a tourniquet should be used
Most snakebites happen where?
From the fluid of the blisters of someone who has been in contact with these plants
What is not a way to spread poison ivy, oak, or sumac.
Have the person stay in a comfortable position, cover the organs with a moist, clean dressing, and evacuate.
What should be done if internal organs are protruding from the abdomen?
30-60 minutes
Beyond what timeframe might a helicopter be beneficial to evacuate a patient
a heart attack
What occurs when one or more of the arteries delivering blood to the heart becomes blocked
This triangular shaped bandage can be used as a sling, as well as head wounds.
What is Cravat (in first aid terms)
Reach, Throw, Row, Go
What is the correct order for performing a water rescue?
Do not rinse the part, wrap is moist gauze, put it in plastic bag, cool it, evaluate, take it to the hospital
What should I do with an amputated part?
6 miles
How far away is lighting if it takes 30 seconds to hear the thunder?
Signs of Heatstroke
What are Hot skin and altered mental status??