Basic First Aid
What number do you call for emergency services?
What is 911
What is the best way to stop minor bleeding
what is apply direct pressure with a clean cloth or bandage
What is the first step in treating a minor burn
remove the heat source and cool the burn with running water.
What are common signs of a sprain
pain swelling bruising and limited movement.
What are signs of a heart attack
chest pain or pressure shortness of breath nausea and sweating.
What is the first thing you should do before helping with an injured person?
what is ¨Ensure the scene is safe for you and the injured person¨
when should direct pressure be used on a wound
why is cooling a burn immediately after injury important
Cooling the burn helps stop the burning process and limits damage.
How can you identify a fracture.
Fractures often involve severe pain defromality or inability to move the limb.
What are signs of a possible stroke.
Face dropping arm weakness slurred speech.
what is to protect a wound, keep it clean and control minor bleeding
what is the difference between a cut and a puncture wound?
a cut has a clean edge; a puncture wound is deep and narrow.
what is the difference between a first and second degree burns?
first degree burns only affect the outer skin; second degree burns cause blisters and deeper damage
How should a person with suspected internal bleeding be positioned while waiting for help.
lying down, kept warm and still.
How do you help somebody who is choking but still conscious?
encourage coughing if not effective perform the heimlich maneuver.
Why is it important to wash your hands before first aid.
What is To prevent infection and the spread of germ
why should you avoid removing large objects embedded in a wound?
why should ice not be directly applied to a burn?
it can cause further damage to the skin.
what is the purpose of immobilizing an injured limb.
to prevent further injury and reduce pain.
In what situations should an automated external defibrillator be used and why?
when someone is in cardiac arrest (heart attack)
What is a minor cut, and how should it be cleaned?
What is a small break in the skin that is not deep; clean it with soap and water.
How can you recognise signs of an infection.
Redness, swelling, warmth, pain, puss.
when does a burn require professional medical attention?
If its deep, large, or involves face, hands or show signs of infection.
What are the signs of shock
What does CPR stand for and when should it be used?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; used when some one is unresponsive.