Before beginning first aid, it is important to determine certain important things about administering effective first aid. Some general guidelines include: (Select all that apply.)
-If the victim is responsive, introduce yourself and offer help.
-If person is unresponsive, assume that your help is needed and proceed with first aid/CPR.
-If the victim refuses help or aid, call 911 and wait for the arrival with the victim.
-If the vic
One of the critical skills for performing effective first aid is to _______________________________.
ensure that the scene is safe for the victim as well as everyone else present
OSHA recommends workplaces have certain gear on hand to use when administration of first aid is necessary. Which of the following pieces of gear does OSHA recommend? (Select all that apply.)
-gloves
-masks(Mouth and nose protection)
-Goggles or glasses(eye protection)
What is the 5th leading cause of death in the United States?
unintentional injury
As a trained rescuer, it is imperative to assess the scene by observing for which of the following? (Select the three most appropriate responses.)
-safety
-type of injury
-how much the person ways
-time of day/night
I know it says three but liberty is retarded so it's four answers don't make the mistake and get it wrong.
____________________ is an administration of medical attention to the victim who sustained an injury, and it is administered before qualified professional help arrives on the scene.
first aid
A(n) _____________________________, in legal terms, refers to someone who renders aid in an emergency to an injured person on a voluntary basis.
good samaritan
Which of the following should NOT be included as basic supplies in a first aid kit?
sleeping bag
When performing the steps in checking the ABCs when surveying the victim, we perform a check the condition of human's two most vital systems. Which systems are those? (Select two.)
respiratory, circulatory
When contacting emergency medical services, you need to be prepared to answer which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
-caller's name
-reason for the call
-condition of the victims
-specific location
-telephone number
-number of victims
-first aid provided
After performing the primary survey of the victim, what is the next emergency action principle?
contacting emergency medical services (EMS)
The ____________________________ of a victim is a check for injuries or other problems that may not be life threatening but still need to be treated.
secondary survey
Which of the following are the four steps of the emergency action principles to be taken to ensure your safety as a rescuer as well as safety and survival of the victim?
-survey the scene (1)
-primary survey of the victim (2)
-contacting EMS (3)
-secondary survey of the victim (4)
In most cases, bleeding can be stopped by ____________________________________.
applying pressure to the wound
Which of the following are signs of internal bleeding? (Select all that apply.)
-fractures
-cold, clammy skin
-thirst
-bleeding from a body opening, such as the ear, mouth, nose or anus
-vomiting or coughing up blood
-bruising
-a tender or swollen stomach
In treating a bleeding wound, if the bleeding does not seem to be stopping, apply clean cloth or bandage to the wound for _________________, and make sure the cloth or bandage is secured with a reasonable amount of pressure.
15 to 30 minutes
What is another name for an open fracture?
compound
The second priority when dealing with a bleeding wound is to ________________________.
keep the wound clean
__________________________ are fractures in which the skin is intact.
closed fractures
For which of the following should you suspect an internal injury? (Select all that apply.)
-blood discharge after the injury
-firearm or knife wounds
-injury to the chest or pain in the chest
In treating a bleeding wound, keeping the wound clean will minimize the chance of the victim _________________________.
getting an infection
Which of the following is NOT a sigh of internal bleeding?
warm, dry skin
For severe bleeding, which of these actions is NOT one you should take immediately?
have the injured person walk indoors if they are outdoors
Which of the following is NOT a first aid step for treating bleeding wounds?
take pictures of the wound
__________________________ involve wounds with mild or severe bleeding.
open fractures
Which of the following is NOT a step to follow when faced with a victim whom you suspect has a non-bleeding injury?
Carefully move each arm and leg to see if the victim has pain with movement
A(n) ______________________ is an injury that occurs as a result of stretching or tearing of muscles. The symptoms are mild to severe pain, stiffness, swelling and/or bruising.
strain
For which of the following should you suspect an internal injury? (Select all that apply.)
-Car crashes, even when the impact/damage is minor
-Injury to abdomen or pain in the abdomen
-Injury via a collision, generally sustained in sports, especially if there is a loss of consciousness
-Signs of shock after the injury, even when there are no si
Wounds that do not bleed should be treated with as much, and probably more, attention than the wounds that do bleed. What is the danger with non-bleeding wounds?
the damage cannot be clearly assessed
If you suspect shock in an injured person, even if the person can breathe on his or her own, continue to check the rate of breathing at least every __________________ until help arrives.
5 minutes
There are many types of shock. Which of the following are the main types of shock? (Select all that apply.)
-Neurogenic shock
-septic shock
-cardiogenic shock
-hypovolemic shock
-anaphylactic shock
As many as ________________________ who suffer from shock will die from it.
1 in 5
Which type of shock is due to heart problems?
Cardiogenic shock
Which type of shock is caused by an allergic reaction?
Anaphylactic shock
Which of the following is/are symptoms of shock? (Select all that apply.)
-rapid pulse
-pale or ashen skin
-rapid breathing
-cool, clammy skin
Which type of shock is caused by too little blood volume?
hypovolemic shock
It is important to wait for milder shock symptoms to worsen before calling for emergency medical help if an injured person is in shock.
false
Which type of shock is due to infections?
septic shock
Which of the following is/are symptoms of shock? (Select all that apply.)
-weakness or fatigue
-changes in mental status or behavior, such as anxiousness or agitation
-enlarged pupils
-dizziness or fainting
-nausea or vomiting
What is the first thing you should do if you suspect a person is in shock?
call 911 or your local emergency number
If a victim is suffering from shock, which of the following should you do?
keep the person warm and comfortable
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?
warm, dry skin
Which type of shock is caused by damage to the nervous system?
neurogenic shock
Which of the fooling is NOT an emergency item that should be included in a first aid kit?
jumper cables
Which of the following medications is NOT needed in a first aid kit?
prescription medications
Which of the following is NOT a basic item that should be included in a first aid kit?
super glue
If you've previously received CPR training but you are not confident in your abilities, then just do chest compressions at a rate of _______________ a minute.
100 to 120
When the heart stops, the lack of______________ can cause brain damage in only a few minutes.
oxygenated blood
The trained and confident CPR provider should first give ______ compressions before checking the airway.
30
If you are alone and after you have determined that an adult victim is unconscious and has suffered from drowning or other form of suffocation, the first you should do is ______________________.
begin chest compressions, and continue for one minute
If you are alone and after you have determined that an adult victim is unconscious and has NOT suffered from drowning, the first you should do is ______________________.
call 911
If you're not trained in CPR, then provide hands-only CPR. That means uninterrupted chest compressions of ___________ a minute until paramedics arrive. You don't need to try rescue breathing.
100-120
If you're well-trained and confident in your ability, begin CPR with ______ chest compressions before checking the airway and giving rescue breaths.
30
The American Heart Association recommends the acronym CAB, which stands for ___________________________________.
compression, airway, breathing
Before starting CPR, which of the following should you check? (Check all that apply.)
-If an AED is immediately available, deliver one shock if instructed by the device, then begin CPR.
-If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, "Are you OK?"
-Is the person conscious or unconscious?
-Is the environ
When doing chest compressions while performing CPR, you should _________________.
use your upper body weight (not just your arms) as you push straight down on (compress) the chest
If someone is having sudden cardiac arrest, ________________________ and ________________________ can improve the person's chance of survival. (Select two.)
- giving cpr
-using an AED
_________________________ is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs.
SCA
The most common cause of SCA is an arrhythmia called ___________________________.
ventricular fibrillation (v-fib)
A(n) ____________________________________ is a portable device that checks the heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm.
automated external defibrillator
_____________________________ is a fast, regular beating of the ventricles that may last for only a few seconds or for much longer.
Ventricular tachycardia
If trained personnel aren't available, untrained people also can use an AED to help save someone's life.
true
Problems with the electrical system in the heart can cause abnormal heart rhythms called ______________________.
arrhythmias
_________________ of people who have sudden cardiac arrest die from it - most within minutes.
95%
An AED should NEVER be used on a person who is receiving CPR.
false
Using an AED to shock the heart within minutes of the start of SCA may restore a normal heart rhythm. Every minute counts. Each minute of SCA leads to a __________ reduction in survival.
10%
To restore circulation, you should first ________________________.
place the person on his or her back
If you're not trained in CPR, then provide hands-only CPR. That means uninterrupted chest compressions of ___________ a minute until paramedics arrive. You don't need to try rescue breathing.
100-120
What is the purpose of chest compressions in CPR?
restore blood circulation
The trained and confident CPR provider should first give ______ compressions before checking the airway.
30
If you've previously received CPR training but you are not confident in your abilities, then just do chest compressions at a rate of _______________ a minute.
100-120
The American Heart Association recommends that everyone begin CPR with _____________________________.
chest compressions
When doing chest compressions while performing CPR, you should _________________.
use your upper body weight (not just your arms) as you push straight down on (compress) the chest
When the heart stops, a person may die within ______________________.
8-10 minutes
When performing CPR on a very small child, ___________________ to perform chest compressions.
use only one hand
Before starting CPR, which of the following should you check? (Check all that apply.)
-If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, "Are you OK?"
-Is the environment safe for the person?
-If an AED is immediately available, deliver one shock if instructed by the device, then begin CPR.
-Is the person
How many reports of AEDs harming bystanders are reported nationwide each year?
none
A(n) ____________________________________ is a portable device that checks the heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm.
automated external defibrillator
How many reports of AEDs delivering inappropriate shocks are reported nationwide each year?
none
When using an AED, if a shock is needed, the AED uses ________________ to tell you when to give the shock, and the electrodes deliver it.
voice prompts
_________________________ is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs.
sca
On an AED, what are the sticky pads with sensors that are attached to the chest of a person who is having SCA called?
electrodes
If you see a person who is unconscious and are untrained in CPR but have immediate access to a phone, call 911 before beginning CPR. The dispatcher can instruct you in the proper procedures until help arrives.
true
Most cardiac arrests in babies occur from lack of ___________.
oxygen
If you are alone and after you have determined that a child victim age 1 through 8 is unconscious, you should ______________________.
perform five cycles and breaths on the child
Which of the following medications is NOT needed in a first aid kit?
prescription medications
What are the three primary categories of supplies needed in first aid kits? (Select three.)
-medications
-basic supplies
-emergency supplies
Which of the following is NOT a basic item that should be included in a first aid kit?
ice cubes
If a victim is suffering from shock, which of the following should you do?
Keep the person warm and comfortable.
The first step of emergency action principle is to ________________________.
survey the scene