Vocabulary
What does CPR stand for?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Why do we wear gloves?
To protect us from blood-borne pathogens and other diseases
What do you have to do before giving care to a responsive person?
Obtain consent.
What does CCC mean when a responder first approaches the scene?
Check - Call - Care
What is a burn?
A traumatic injury to the skin because of heat
What does AED stand for?
Automated external defibrillator
What type of gloves do we use?
Disposable non-latex gloves
What do Good Samaritan Laws protect?
responders who act the way a reasonable person would if they were in the same situation
What is SAMPLE?
Signs and Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent medical history, last food or drink, events leading up to the incident
What can a burn be caused by?
extreme heat, chemicals, radiation, or electricity
What does EMS stand for
Emergency Medical Services
What are breathing barriers for?
To protect you from contact with saliva and other body fluids like blood as you give rescue breaths.
Do the Good Samaritan Laws protect you if you act beyond your training?
No.
How do you check a person for injuries?
Head to toe
What is a heat cramp?
painful muscle spasms caused by lack of fluids as a result of sweating
What are pathogens
microorganisms that can cause disease
What is a pocket mask?
A transparent, flexible device that creates a tight seal over the person's mouth and nose to avoid making mouth to mouth contact.
What is implied consent?
When the law assumes that an unresponsive or confused person would give consent.
How do you check a child for injuries?
Check from toe to head
What is heat exhaustion?
It occurs when fluids lost from sweating aren't replaced. A person may begin to experience nausea, dizziness, and headaches.
What does MDI stand for?
Metered Dose Inhalers
What is a face shield?
Who do you ask consent from if a child is the victim?
You ask the parents or guardians if they are around.
What are the steps for caring for a burn?
Stop, Cool, Cover
What is it called when the body's cooling system is completely overwhelmed and stops working?
Heat stroke