General First Aid
What’s the first thing you do when you see an injured person?
Make sure the area is safe for you to help.
What is the first step in Hands-Only CPR?
Check the scene.
What is a sign that someone might be choking?
They cannot talk, breathe, or are holding their throat.
Name one item you should have in a first aid kit.
Bandages (other acceptable answers: antiseptic wipes, gloves, gauze, etc.)
What part of the hand do you use for compressions?
The heel of your palm.
What’s the first thing you ask someone if they appear to be choking?
“Are you choking? Can you speak?”
What’s the best way to clean a small cut?
Wash it with soap and water.
How many compressions should you do per minute?
About 100–120 compressions per minute.
How can you help a child who is choking?
Perform the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts).
What should you do if you get a minor burn?
Run cool water over the burn for several minutes.
Where do you place your hands for compressions?
In the center of the chest, on the breastbone.
What should you do if you’re alone and start choking?
Perform abdominal thrusts on yourself, or lean over a firm object like a chair to press on your abdomen.
When should you call 911 in a first aid situation?
When the injury is serious, or if the person is unconscious or having difficulty breathing.
Why is it important to call 911 before starting CPR?
Calling 911 ensures that professional help is on the way while you perform CPR.
When should you start CPR if someone is choking?
If they become unconscious and are not breathing.