Signs and Symptoms
What are two common signs of a stroke?
Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body and confusion or trouble speaking.
What if someone appears confused and has slurred speech? What might be happening?
They might be having a stroke.
Which of the following medications can you assist a family member with administering when you suspect that a person is experiencing an opioid overdose?
Naloxone
A person is experiencing life-threatening bleeding from their neck. It is appropriate to use a tourniquet to stop the bleeding in this case. True/False
False
A child is having an asthma attack. What should
you do after calling 9-1-1 and getting equipment or telling someone to do so?
assist the child with administering their quick-relief medication
Name a symptom of an asthma attack.
Difficulty breathing or wheezing.
If a person has difficulty breathing and wheezing, what emergency might they be experiencing?
An asthma attack.
What is the first step you should take if you suspect someone is having a stroke?
Call emergency services immediately.
Which of the following are two ways to tell if bleeding is life-threatening?
volume and flow
A person is having a diabetic emergency and
requests sugar. The person is responsive and
able to safely swallow. You should give them sugar.
true/false
True
What is a key sign of anaphylaxis?
Swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
What if someone suddenly develops hives and swelling after eating a peanut? What should you suspect?
Anaphylaxis.
What is the proper action to take for someone experiencing anaphylaxis?
Administer an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen) and call for emergency help
Which of the following indicates life-threatening bleeding?
blood is spurting and flowing continuously
What should you do immediately after administering epinephrine for anaphylaxis?
Stay with the person and monitor their condition; they may need further medical attention.
List two symptoms of a heart attack.
Chest pain and shortness of breath.
If a person is unconscious and has slow, shallow breathing, what emergency situation could this indicate?
An opioid overdose.
Describe the procedure for responding to a diabetic emergency.
Provide sugar (like juice or candy) if conscious, and call for medical help if they are unconscious
When using direct pressure to control
life-threatening bleeding from an arm or a leg, you should do what?
Apply direct pressure directly on the wound with two hands until the bleeding stops or a tourniquet becomes available
If a person is unresponsive due to an opioid overdose, what should you do next after administering naloxone?
Monitor their breathing and be prepared to administer CPR if they do not respond.
What are the signs of an opioid overdose?
Unresponsive or unconscious, slow or shallow breathing, and pinpoint pupils.
What if someone is sweating profusely and appears shaky? What could be the cause?
A diabetic emergency.
What steps should you follow for someone having a heart attack?
Call emergency services, keep the person calm and comfortable, and if trained, provide CPR if they are unresponsive.
In what circumstance would it be appropriate to
use a tourniquet?
The person has life-threatening bleeding from an arm or a leg
After treating a diabetic emergency, what is the next step to ensure their safety?
Ensure they are stable and follow up with medical professionals as needed.