Heart Attack
the simple definition of a heart attack
What is Blood supply being cut off from part of the heart
the simple definition of a seizure
What is a temporary episode of abnormal electrical activity in the brain ?
a simple definition of a asthma attack
What is a flare-up of the chronic condition asthma where symptoms become significantly more severe than usual ?
a simple definition of anaphylaxis
What is a severe life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within minutes of exposure to an allergen ?
a simple definition of an Opioid Overdose
What is opioids negatively affecting the part of your brain that regulates breathing, resulting in ineffective breathing.
Classic signs of a heart attack for women
What are back pains, shortness of breath, nausea extreme fatigue and dizziness
The first step to ensure the safety of someone experiencing a Seizure.
What is moving objects away from them to prevent injury ?
The first thing you should do for someone having an asthma attack
What is help them use their inhaler?
The first step you should take if someone is showing signs of severe allergic reactions
What is call 911
The first thing you should do if you suspect someone is experiencing an opioid overdose
What is call 911?
The first thing you should do if you suspect someone is having a heart attack
What is call 911?
This is the most important thing you should NOT do while someone while someone is having a Seizure.
What is putting something in their mouth?
This type of inhaler is commonly used to provide quick relief during an asthma attack
What is Albuterol?
This device is commonly used to treat severe reactions such as anaphylaxis
What is an Epipen
What medication can quickly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose if administered correctly
What is Narcan?
This over-the-counter medication can help thin the blood during a heart attack if the person is not allergic
What is aspirin
The recommended position to place someone in after a Seizure to help them recover.
What is the recovery position ( on their side)
A comfortable position for someone experiencing an asthma attack to help them breathe easily
What is sitting upright?
Visible skin reaction often red that appears during a reaction
What are hives?
If someone is unresponsive but still breathing what position should you place them in while waiting for medical help during an overdose.
What is the recovery position?
If a person becomes unconscious during a heart attack, what life saving thing should immediately be done?
What is CPR?
If a Seizure lasts longer than this amount of time, you should call emergency services immediately.
What is 5 minutes?
If the symptoms don't improve within this amount of time after using a inhaler, you should seek medical help.
What is 5-15 minutes?
If someone is having a severe allergic reaction and cannot breathe, this position can help keep their airway open while waiting for emergency help
What is sitting slightly forward?
2 common signs of an opioid overdose that requires immediate attention
What are slow or stopped breathing and small pupils ?