EMS
The phone number you reach EMS at
911
what does ABC's stand for
airway, breathing, circulation
What is clutching the throat?
the universal sign of choking
should you call ems for someone experiencing shock
maybe, depends on the situation
where are your two major arteries located
femur and aorta
List 5 things to tell EMS
1. who
2. what
3. where
4. when
5. why
What is the name of the technique used to help someone who has stopped breathing?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
what is the difference between fully and partial obstruction
the ability to partially breath vs fully blocked airway
Pale skin, rapid breathing, rapid pulse, nausea, or dizziness
This dressing is used to keep pressure on a wound and help control bleeding.
Sterile guaze
You should never do this while waiting for EMS to arrive, unless the scene becomes unsafe.
leave the victim alone
what does avpu stand for
alert , verbal, painful , unconcious
If you're alone and choking with no one around, you should do this.
perform abdominal thrusts on yourself (possibly using a firm object or the back of a chair)
define shock
Shock is a life-threatening condition where the body's circulatory system fails to deliver enough oxygen and nutrients to the cells and tissues. This can result in organ damage and potentially death. Shock is characterized by a significant drop in blood pressure (hypotension), rapid heart rate (tachycardia), and rapid, shallow breathing (tachypnea).
Apply direct pressure to the wound.
The three C’s of emergency response are
check, call, and care
When checking circulation, you look for these 3 key signs.
severe bleeding, skin color/temperature, and pulse
If the choking person becomes unconscious, you should do this immediately after lowering them to the ground.
begin CPR and check for an object in the mouth before breaths
What does Warts stand for?
Warmth, abcs, rest and reassurance, treatment, semi-prone
what do you do when you have bled through the dressing you previously applied to the wound
place more over top, do not remove the old one
This term describes the legal protection given to bystanders who voluntarily give first aid without expecting anything in return, as long as they act reasonably and within their training.
The Good Semaritan law
What is the most important thing to remember when dealing with someone who is unconscious?
Check for breathing and responsiveness, and call for emergency help.
This group of people should receive chest thrusts instead of abdominal thrusts to avoid injury.
pregnant or obese people
What is hypovolemic shock?
This type of shock is caused by severe blood loss.
If direct pressure fails to stop bleeding, this device can be used on limbs to control severe blood loss.
a tourniquet