Grocery Shopping
Name 2 items you can find in the frozen foods aisle
ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen vegetables
What are the different piles you would create to sort laundry?
Whites, darks, colors
Should you sleep on top of three pillows?
No
What is the proper sitting position?
feet flat on the floor, knees at 90 degrees/ bent, shoulders pulled back, bottom on back of seat
what does EMT stand for?
Emergency Medical technician
Can you find milk and eggs on the same aisle?
Yes
What must we make sure to do each time before putting in clothes in the dryer and why is this important ?
Emptying the dryer vent, you don’t want to start a fire
What should we avoid doing before bed?
Eating a large meal, drinking coffee, using your phone or watching TV.
Should you place a pillow between your knees when sleeping on your side?
yes
what is the role of an EMT?
To stabilize individuals and get them to the hospital
Name 3 items you can find in the cleaning supplies/ paper goods aisle
bleach wipes, toilet paper, paper plates, and napkins.
If clothing has stains, what should we do to the clothing before putting them into the washer?
Putting stain remover on the stain on the article of clothing
How many hours of sleep does the average adult need?
7-9 hours
Demonstrate/describe the two exercises that will help with improving your posture?
Chin tuck and shoulder squeeze
What are some important skills to have when working as an EMT?
Knowledge of CPR, patient, calm, good people skills (communication, getting along with others)
Can you find bread in the “baking items” aisle?
No
What is the role of dryer sheets when drying clothes?
Makes clothes smell good, dries them, and prevents clothes from being static
If you cannot fall asleep for the past 20 minutes, what should you do?
Do not force yourself to sleep, get up and do something relaxing (read a book, color, listen to peaceful music), DO NOT DO ANYTHING ALERTING (watching TV, listening to loud music, turning lights on)
What are the effects of poor posture/body mechanics?
spine is subjected to abnormal stresses and over time can lead to wear and tear of spinal structures, decreased circulation, decreased concentration/focus, back pain
True or false: You do not need special schooling to be an EMT?
False
In what aisle can we find carrots, apples, and lettuce?
Produce
What is the role of bleach and which clothes would you add bleach to when doing laundry?
Bleach helps whiten, remove stains, and brighten clothing. You only want to put bleach in with clothes that are white.
What is a sleep schedule and why is it important?
Going to bed and waking up at approximately the same time each day. It helps you sleep better and it will regulate your internal clock so that your body can wake up and go to bed at the same time.
What are the 5 steps to consider when lifting an object?
place object directly in front of you, bend the knees, bring object towards your chest, keep your back in neutral position, lift using legs
What are some different positions you can move up in from an EMT as you learn more and more?
Paramedic, nurse, doctor