Wound Care
True or false? You should bandage a wound with whatever fabric you have lying around.
False! Use clean, sterile dressings.
What is the ratio of chest compressions to breaths in traditional CPR?
30:2
Name one sign or symptom of an asthma breathing emergency.
Trouble breathing, inability to say more than a few words without pausing to breathe, tightness in the chest.
What could you give someone if you suspect a diabetic emergency?
Sugar
Give an example of a swallowed poison
Alcohol, drugs, household cleaners, etc.
How many burns should you look for if you suspect electrical burns?
Two
What is the compression depth in an adult?
When should you call 911/EMS if you suspect anaphylaxis?
Immediately
Name one way you can care for someone experiencing a mental health crisis
Provide reassurance and support
Offer self-help strategies such as breathing exercises
Give a symptom of an inhaled poison
Breathing difficulty, irritated eyes, nose, or throat, bluish colour around mouth, unusual smell in the air
Name one symptom of a penetrating chest wound.
Gasping or difficulty breathing
Bleeding from an open chest wound that may bubble
A sucking sound coming from the wound with each breath
What should you do if rescue breaths don't go in?
Reposition the head and try again. If not, complete another cycle of 30 compressions and look in mouth for object. Re-try breaths.
What is the name of the device used with an inhaler?
Spacer
What is a seizure?
An episode of abnormal brain function
Give an example of an absorbed poison
A mild sunburn is an example of this type of burn.
Superficial burn?
Name two reasons why you would stop CPR
EMS personnel or another person take over
You are too tired to continue
The scene becomes unsafe
You notice an obvious sign of life, such as movement
If the person's condition is not improving, after how many minutes should you give a second dose of epinephrine?
5 minutes
Name two symptoms of a diabetic emergency
Changes in the level of responsiveness, changes in behaviour, rapid breathing, cool, pale sweaty skin, appearance of intoxication, seizures
Give two examples of an injected poison
Needle, insect stings, animal bites, spider and snake bites, marine life sting
You should call EMS if a nosebleed continues for more than ____ minutes.
15 minutes
What are the steps to using an AED?
1. Open and turn on AED
2. Apply the AED pads
3. Follow the AED's prompts
4. Continue CPR, starting with compressions.
Name the 4 categories of symptoms of anaphylaxis
Skin (rash, swelling), breathing (ex. high pitched noises), alertness (ex. dizziness), stomach (ex. vomiting)
What are two things you should do immediately after a baby is born?
Wipe away fluids/mucus from baby's mouth and nose, dry baby with cloth, place baby on mother's chest and cover with blanket, record the time of birth.
What is the number for Poison Control
1 800 332 1414