CNA Fainting Worksheet Memorial

What are the warning signals of fainting?

1. Dizziness 2. Perspiration 3. Blackness before the eyes

Emergency care include 8 interventions. List the interventions and explain each one.

1. Have the person sit or lie down 2. If sitting the person bends forward and places the head between the legs 3. If the person is lying down, raise the legs, unless it is painful to do so. 4. Loosen tight clothing or jewelry 5. Keep the person lying down if fainting has occurred 6. Do not let the person get up quickly 7. Help the person to a sitting position after recovery

What are common causes of fainting?

1. Hunger 2. Fatigue 3. Pain 4. Fear

What does the person look like when having these warning signals?

1. Pale 2. Weak pulse 3. Shallow respirations

What is fainting?

A sudden loss of consciousness from inadequate blood supply to the brain.

Is hemorrhage a cause of fainting?

Yes