Rescue Process
Name the 3 steps of the rescue process
Recognize, Assess, Act
What does ABC stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
What does ASAMPLE stand for?
Are you here with anyone, Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past history, Last meal, Events prior to
What should you do to help keep a victim calm while providing care?
Reassure them / talk calmly
Asthma affects which body system?
Respiratory system
hich step involves looking for hazards like fire or wires?
Recognize
Which assessment tool checks level of consciousness?
AVPU
When does the secondary assessment begin?
After ABCs are treated
Why should gloves be worn?
Prevent disease transmission
Wheezing is a sign of what condition?
Asthma
Asking questions and checking vital signs happens during which step?
Assess
A victim who responds only to pain is classified as which AVPU level?
Pain
Name two parts of a secondary assessment
Victim history, vital signs, head-to-toe exam
What should you do before and after providing care?
Wash hands
Name two asthma triggers
Allergies, stress, extreme temperatures
Removing hazards or directing bystanders falls under which step?
Act
What should you do first once life-threatening issues are found?
Call 911 / Activate EMS
Who can provide victim history if the patient cannot?
A bystander
Name two things you should communicate to a victim
What you’re doing, ask questions
What should you help an asthma victim use?
Their puffer
Name two things you might assess besides the victim
Environment, witnesses
Name two life-threatening issues checked in the primary assessment
LOC, airway, breathing, circulation
Why is recording information important?
Helps EMS and ongoing care
What barrier devices might be used if a pocket mask is not present
CPR face shields, keychain barrier devices, and Bag-Valve Masks (BVMs)
When should EMS be contacted for asthma?
If distress continues or worsens