Definitions
What is a heart attack?
What is.....
A sudden and sometimes fatal occurrence of coronary thrombosis, typically resulting in the death of part of a heart muscle.
How can you tell if someone is having trouble breathing?
What is.....
1. Breathing too fast or too slow
2. Trouble with every breathe
3. Noisy/raspy breathing- sound or whistle
4. Trouble speaking
When should you call 911? (5 scenarios)
What is.....
What does EMS stand for?
What is..... Emergency Medical Services
What is the region of the genitals? (Anterior)
What is an EPI pen? What does it do? How long do you hold it in place?
What is.....
A prescribed device that has medicine in it.
The autoinjector will help a person with a severe allergic reaction breathe more easily.
Hold in place for 10 seconds. Then, rub the injection spot for 10 seconds.
What do you do in you are alone in an emergent situation? (3 answers)
What is.....
1. Shout for help
2. Call 911
3. Follow dispatcher instructions
What questions should you ask while assessing the scene? (4 questions)
What is.....
1. Is there danger for you or the ill or injured person?
2. Are there others around to call for help?
3. Who is ill or injured?
4. Where are you?
Can someone deny first-aid care? What do you do if they do deny care?
What is..... Yes, call 911.
What is the region of the legs/calves? (Posterior)
What is.....The Sural
Define Good Samaritan Laws
What is.....
The Good Samaritan Law protects anyone that is providing first-aid care.
How do you move a person who is injured? (3 answers)
What is.....
1. Drag by clothes
2. Grab shoulders and pull
3. If they are unresponsive, move them to their side
What should you do in all first-aid situations? (4 answers)
What is.....
1. Introduce yourself as a first-aid provider
2. Ask permission to help them
3. If a person consents to your help, give first-aid care.
4. If a person refuses, call 911.
What does PPE stand for?
What is..... Personal Protective Equiptment
What is the region of the elbow? (Posterior)
What is.....The Olecramal
What is the difference between responsive and unresponsive?
What is.....
Responsive: Someone who moves, speaks, blinks, and reacts
Unresponsive: Someone who does not move, speak, blink, or react
What 3 items should be in your first-aid kit?
What is.....
1. Non-latex gloves
2. Eye protection
3. Face Shield/Pocket Mask
When do you give first aid care? (2 scenarios)
What is.....
1. For minor injuries or illnesses
2. When there is a major/life-threatening thing happening
Who can initiate first-aid care?
What is.....Anyone, in any situation.
What is the region of the ear? (Anterior)
What is.....The Otic
Define First Aid
What is.....
Immediate care that is given before advanced training arrives.
Blood Exposure Steps: 4 steps
What is.....
1. Remove gloves
2. Wash hands and contact area with soap (20 seconds).
3. Rinse eyes, nose, and inside of mouth if necessary
4. Report to healthcare provider
What 2 things can first aid do?
What is.....
1. Can help someone recover quicker
2. Can be the difference between life and death
How long should you wash your hands for? (in seconds)
What is.....20-30 seconds, warm water, and use soap - you filthy animals.
What is the region of the thumb? (Anterior)
What is.....The Pollex