Health unit 4 Test

steps in the correct order

1.check the scene for hazardous conditions 2.check vital signs of the victims 3.call EMA with information about the accident 4.administer first aid

Gradually

A victim of hypothermia should be warmed up____________.

Incision

A(n)____________is a cut made with a smooth edge that can cause injury to muscles, nerves and other issues.

stroke

A_______________is the sudden and temporary lack of blood flow to the brain caused by a clot or blockage in an artery.

Fracture

A___________is a broken, chipped or cracked bone.

Luck

Chance or____________attributes the outcome of future events to an unpredictible and unwilled force.

secluded

Do not enter a dark or__________place alone.

False

Drinking plenty of alcohol will help your body to cope with cold weather conditions

True

Equipping bathtubs and shower stalls with grab bars and rubbers mats will help prevent falls.

Helmet

Every bicyclist should wear a______________.

True

Flammable materials should be stored away from sources of extreme heat.

False

If someone has suffered a neck, back, or head injury, you should move them to a chair.

True

In order to keep a victim of severe internal bleeding from going into shock, have them lie down and keep warm until EMS arrives

Heart attack

The death of part of the heart muscle is commonly known as a____________.

True

The good Samaritan laws are meant to encourage bystanders to help accident victims.

Not wearing a personal flotation device.

The major cause of drowning in boating accidents is______________.

Heat stroke

The signs of _________include hot,flushed skin and dimished sweating.

Heat exhaustion

The signs of_______might include pale,moist skin, heavy sweating and dizziness.

source

To prevent the spread of flames caused by a grease spill, use a fire extinguisher or throw baking soda on the fire's____________.

False

To trpeat a severe or minor wound, wash with soap and water, and then apply direct pressure with a bandage or towel

Loaded

Treat all guns as if they are____________.

False

Using electrical tools or small appliance while your hands are wet could cause you to get cut

Hot

When evacuating a burning building, do not open doors that are_______________.

Lightning

When_______begins to strike, seek shelter in building that is grounded.

False

You should never ride or drive a car with your seat belt buckled.

accidents

___________ are unplanned events that usually result in injury or loss

Safety

____________ is the freedom from the occurrence of accidents.

Chemical

__________burns should be flushed with cool water until EMS arrives.

Smoke detector

__________functions as an early warning system,notifying you that smoke is in the air.

Shock

__________is a life-threatening condition brought on by a serious injury or illness.

True

shelter from a tornado should be sought in a basement.

True

swimming near a strong current could cause you to drown

Minor

when treating__________burns, run cool water over the burned area, pat dry and then cover with a sterile bandage

we should be willing and prepared to help those in need of physical care.

why is it important to know first aid?

Because we are entrusted with the care of this world, we are to learn how to preserve life, not endarger it

why is safety our responsibility?