emergencies
What emergency number should be called in the U.S.?
911
What is the item to protect the responder from bodily fluids?
Disposable Gloves
Why should you never touch someone being electrocuted?
You could become part of the electrical circuit
What is a minor scrape affecting only the outer skin layer called?
Abrasion
What is the medical term for a broken bone?
Fracture
What is the first thing you should do when arriving at an emergency scene?
Make sure the scene is safe
What is the best item to apply pressure to a bleeding wound?
Sterile gauze or clean cloth
What should you do immediately if you smell natural gas?
Leave the area and call emergency services
What is the first step in treating any bleeding wound?
Apply direct pressure
What is a common sign of a broken bone besides pain?
Swelling or deformity
If a person is un conscience but breathing, what position should they be placed in?
Recovery position
What device is used to completely restrict blood flow to a limb?
Tourniquet
What is the safest action during a lightning storm in the outdoors?
Seek shelter immediately
Why should deeply embedded objects not be removed from wounds?
They may be controlling bleeding
Why should a suspected fracture not be straightened?
It can cause further damage
What life threatening condition occurs when the body can no longer regulate its temperature?
Heat stroke
Why is a tourniquet used for only severe bleeding?
Can stop blood flow completely
Why should victims not be moved unless absolutely necessary?
Movement may worsen spinal injuries or internal injuries
What type of wound has irregular edges and a high risk infection?
Laceration
What injury involves stretched or torn ligaments?
What is the primary goal of first aid during any emergency?
Preserve life and prevent condition from worsening
What first aid tool is used to immobilize a limb?
Splint
What environmental factor increases the risk of hypothermia even above freezing
Wind and wet conditions
What are the correct priorities when treating servere bleeding?
Control bleeding, bandage, and seek medical help
What is the correct first aid response to a suspected fracture?
Immobilize, apply ice if possible, and seek medical help