CPR
what is purpose of CPR
keep oxygenated blood flowing to the brain
what is a open wound
break in the skin or mucus membrane
what are the methods of controlling the bleed
direct pressure, elevation, pressure bandages, pressure on pressure points
what are the causes of shock
hemorhage, excessive pain, infection, heart attack, and stoke
what should you do if someone ingested poison
call poison control center or EMS
until the heart and lungs start working/ medical help is available
what is a closed wound
no break in skin/ mucus membrane injury in underlying tissues
should you disturb clots
no
Is shock life threatening
yes
why is charcoal given
it helps binds to the poison and halt absorption
What does CABD stand for
Circulation, airway, breathing, defibrillation
what is a laceration
deep cut with jagged edges
should you preform care if your safety is threatened
no
what is the treatment for shock
what should you do for chemical poisoning
use lots of water flush the skin, remove contaminated clothes, obtain medical help
What does AED stand for
automated external defibrillator
what is a avulsion
complete pulling of the skin with all layers torn off
what do you do if you don't have a tourniquet
pack the wound with gauze or clean cloth
what are signs of shock
pale skin, cold skin, rapid and weak pulse, shallow respirations
what should you watch for as a allergic reaction
redness, swelling, itching, hives, difficulty breathing, change in consciousness
How long should you check pulse for before starting CPR
10 seconds
what are symptoms of internal bleeding
swelling,tenderness, drop in blood pressure, excessive thirst
what is hemostatic
blood flow arrest
what else can shock be called
hypoperfusion
can you get poisoning from insect bites
yes