Scene
When you arrive on a scene, what is the first thing that you should do before helping
Make sure that the scene is safe
Heavy discharge of blood from the blood vessels
Hemmorrhage
Pulse felt by placing fingertips over the radial artery along the thumb side of the wrist
Radial Pulse
In an emergency, the first action of the citizen responder is to recognize that an emergency exists. What is the second most critical action?
Call 911
A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within seconds or minutes of exposure to an allergen (i.e. peanuts or bee stings)
Anaphylaxis
A tool to assess the total body percentage in burn patients and guides treatment decisions
Rule of Nines
A first responder determines the scene is safe and approaches the victim. The next action step should be to:
tap and shout to determine the victim's level of consciousness
A first-aid procedure for dislodging an obstruction from a child or adult's windpipe in which a sudden strong pressure is applied on the abdomen between the navel and the rib cage.
Heimlich maneuver
Sensation of dizziness
Vertigo
What is the top priority for first responders on the scene of an accident?
A medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature
Hypothermia
A device for stopping the flow of blood through a vein or artery, typically by compressing a limb with a cord-like tight bandage.
Tourniquet
Laws that protect people who willingly give emergency care without accepting anything in return are known as:
Good Samaritan laws
A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action
Emergency
Uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain, which may produce a physical convulsion, minor physical signs, thought disturbances, or a combination of symptoms
Seizure