What are the 4 things you look for when doing a "quick assessment" of an injured person?
1. Is he breathing/ heart breathing? 2. Is the scene safe? 3. Is there severe bleeding? 4. Is there evidence of poisoning?
When food or another objects gets stuck in the airway in the throat. The object can block the airway and stop air from getting to the lungs.
Choking
What does it mean to be unresponsive?
Unresponsive means not reacting or responding to communication or something that usually calls for a reaction or a reply. - stopped breathing - no heartbeat - severe breathing - internal poisoning
Results from an abnormal heart rhythm
Cardiac Arrest
AED stands for
Automated External Defibrillator
What are the 5 steps for first aid for broken bones?
1. Check & treat for "Hurry Cases" 2. Treat for shock. 3. Have the victim lie still where you found him. Make him as comfortable as possible. 4. Call for medical help. 5. If you must move the victim, splint the broken bone.
Name 5 steps to treating Heatstroke.
1. Move victim to cool, shady spot. 2. Cool any way you can: remove outher clothing & sponge w/cool water; cover w/wet towels; place in cool water; fan; etc. 3. Keep victim lying down w/head & shoulders slightly raised. 4. Monitor victim closely. 5. Get emergency help right away.
What is the "Good Samaritan Law"?
Laws that protect anyone from making a good faith effort the help the victim of an injury or illness. Whenever you are confronted with a first aid emergency, use the skills you have to the best of your ability. No one expects you to have the knowledge of a physician but you can use your training to help until professional medical attention is available.
A material used to protect or cover an injured body part
Bandage
What are the three C's for CPR & First Aid
1. Check 2. Call 3. Care