Hazards
When assessing a scene for hazards what are signs that you should look for before approaching the victim?
Fire, Wire, Gas, Glass, Drugs, Thugs
What acronym is used to check if the victim is responsive and conscious?
L.O.C - level of consciousness
If responsive what should be checked next?
Check for breathing or circulatory distress.
If victim is unresponsive should EMS be contacted?
Yes.
What should be checked after hazards?
The mechanism of injury.
If hazards are present and cannot be removed what should the next step be?
Contact EMS
What do the ABC'S stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
When should CPR be done?
If victim is not breathing.
How do you check for responsiveness?
Shake shoulders, Speak, Pinch ears or shoulders, tap ground
Should age be considered when assessing a victim?
Yes. (size should also be considered)
Is weather/heat/cold considered hazards?
Yes.
How do you open the airway to check for breathing and to perform CPR?
H.T.C.L - head tilt chin lift
If a victim is conscious should you contact EMS?
Depends on the severity of the situation.
How do you check for breathing?
HTCL, look across chest and abdomen for breathing movements.
What is the first thing you do in a rescue?
Check for hazards.
If a victim is in water and surrounded by electrical wire should you touch them?
NO.
What does AVPU stand for?
Alert, Verbal, Painful, Unresponsive
How long should a breathing check last?
5 seconds.
Are animals considered a hazard?
Yes.
What is the treatment for shock?
WARTS - Warmth, Airway, Rest & Reassurance, Treatment, Semi-prone