Foundations
A Network Of professionals linked together to provide the best of care in emergencies.
What is EMS?
When do you need consent?
When you are about to give care to a child who's parent is present.
What is a heart attack?
when blood flow to part of the
heart muscle is blocked
When a victim is choking, give them
Back blows and chest thrusts
How many rescue breaths should you give during CPR?
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What is Recognizing that an emergency exists
What is implied consent?
When you get automatic consent because there are no parents present.
What is Cardiac arrest?
Give chest thrusts when
you cant fit your arms around the victim
How many Chest compressions should you give during CPR?
Our second step in our role in the EMS system.
Deciding to take action
Acronym to gather more information
SAMPLE
First Step of Care for Cardiac arrest
Have someone call 911 and get an AED/First Aid kit
When you are alone and choking, what should you do?
Use a chair.
WHen should you use the AED?
During CPR, as soon as it is availible
Our third step in our role in the EMS system.
Activating the EMS system
First step in SAMPLE?
Signs and Symptoms
Second Step of care for cardiac arrest?
Begin CPR
What should you do when an infant is choking?
Support the head, and administer care.
What is a recovery position?
A position that helps people recover
Our fourth step in our role in the EMS system.
Giving Care until EMS personnel take over.
Last Step in Sample?
Events leading up to the incident
What does CPR stand for?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
When should you stop the Heimlich maneuver?
When a victim shows signs of life or they become unconscious.
What is a laceration?
A big cut, requires stitches