First Aid, CPR, AED

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If you asked the question, "What do you remember doing before you started to feel this way?", which part of the mnemonic SAMPLE would this pertain to?

E (events leading up to the incident)

The rate of compression in Hands-Only CPR is 130 per minute?

False

The second link in the Pediatric Cardiac Chain of Survival is "Prevention".

False

There is no need to wash your hands with soap and warm water after using an alcohol-based sanitizer to eliminate pathogens.

False

Using a CPR breathing barrier will not help to reduce your risk of contracting a communicable disease.

False

When providing care to an adult, your level of training does not dictate the type of care that you may provide.

False

You do not need consent before providing care to a responsive adult.

False

You do not need to get consent from a responsive adult with non life-threatening conditions.

False

You should give a person showing signs of a heart attack acetaminophen or ibuprofen to help alleviate the pain.

False

You should recap a needle before disposing of it to protect others from accidental needlestick injuries.

False

You should use an alcohol wipe to dry the skin before attaching AED pads.

False

You, the responder should not use bystanders to provide information about a person's illness or how the accident occurred.

False

One hand in the center of the chest is the proper hand location for Adult CPR.

False (2 hands interlocked with fingers off chest)

A proper chest compression during CPR on an adult should be at least 1.5 inches.

False (2 inches!)

Which one is not a sign or symptom of a stroke.

NOT drooling (maybe aura)

If you asked the question, "Do you have any medical condition that I or the EMTs should know about?", which part of the mnemonic SAMPLE would this pertain to?

P (pertinent medical info)

In the mnemonic SAMPLE, the "P" stands for...

Pertinent medical history

Which of the following statements is true:

Some AED models have a pediatric setting, instead of pediatric pads.

It is possible to prevent a fainting spell by having the person sit down with his or her head near his or her knees.

True

OSHA requires employers to maintain a written exposure control plan describing the protective actions that will be taken to eliminate or minimize employee exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials on the job, as well as the actions that will be taken if on-the-job exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials occurs.

True

People who are at increased risk for an emergency due to exposure include: elderly, young, people who work outside, and those who exercise outdoors.

True

Shock is a life threatening condition in which the circulatory system fails to deliver enough oxygen-rich blood to the body's tissue and organs.

True

The mnemonic SAMPLE can help you to remember what information you should try to gather from a responsive person or a person falling in and out of consciousness.

True

The only reason to move a victim/s would be if their life was in danger.

True

The proper care for an adult who is chocking is 5 abdominal thrusts and 5 back blows.

True

The skin and mucous membranes are part of the body's natural defense system.

True

There are many different types of AED's available, but all are similar to operate and use visual displays, voice prompts or both to guide the responder, in order to properly use the device.

True

When a person is in cardiac arrest, you should use an AED as soon as possible.

True

When checking a responsive person, you should perform a systematic check from head to toe, looking for signs of an injury or illness.

True

When performing cardio pulmonary resuscitation, you may use one-handed CPR on a small child.

True

When preforming Rescue Breaths on an adult, tilt head to past-neutral position; pinch nose shut and form a seal over mouth.

True

When providing care for a child that is conscious but can no longer cough or breath, you should pick the child up and perform 5 abdominal thrusts and 5 back blows.

True

You have implied consent to help a victim who is unresponsive or mentally impaired.

True

You may be required on some AED models to push the "analyze" button, in order for the AED to analyze the heart's rhythm.

True

You should check the scene first before helping a person in need.

True

You should never give more than 2 rescue breaths per set if the first breath does not go in.

True

You should only provide care to your level of training or knowledge.

True

You should stop providing Hands-Only CPR when the scene becomes unsafe.

True

You would stop CPR if a person shows an obvious sign of life.

True

Your first goal is to identify and care for any life-threatening conditions.

True

A co-worker has been injured and is bleeding from a cut on her arm. What should you do to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens when you go to her aid?

You should put on PPE and gloves to assist her

You need to clean your hands but you do not have access to a handwashing facility. Your hands are not visibly soiled. What should you do?

You should use an alcohol based sanitizer, in addition to using soap and water as soon as it becomes available

In which accident would you suspect that your victim may be suffering from an internal injury.

All (fall, struck by vehicle, hit with baseball, football player slammed to ground)

Which are signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction.

All are potential symptoms (rash/hives, trouble breathing, swelling of face and neck, loss of consciousness)

AED stands for which of the following:

Automatic External Defibrillator

When providing care, which situation would you not use a tourniquet.

A contusion on the upper thigh

What is the modification when providing care for a child who is unconscious, not breathing, and has a blocked airway?

Add an object check after compressions

A person who is having a heart attack may show which of the following sign or symptoms?

All (chest pain, dizziness, trouble breathing, fatigue)

When two or more responders trained in CPR and an AED are at the scene, all should...

All of the above (Identify themselves as being trained; first responder starts CPR immediately; second responder, calls 911 and obtains an AED; first respnder, continues CPR until the AED is turned on, connected to victim, and is ready to analyze.)

After you have determined that the scene is safe, you should?

All of the above (figure out what happened, how many people were involved, prioritize care, care for severe bleeding)

When caring for an older adult the signs and symptoms may be nonspecific, which symptoms could indicate a medical emergency with an older adult?

All of the above (headaches, change in usual level of activity, change in mental status, extreme drowsiness)

What steps can you take to make it easier for EMS personnel and others to help should an emergency occur?

All of the above (house/apt numbers big and well lit, medical info in accessible place, medical id/info tags)

While assisting a seizure victim, you should call for help if:

All of the above (lasts 5 min+, suffers multiple seizures, caused by high fever, pregnant or elderly)

In order for the EMS system to work effectively your role includes which of the following steps.

All of the above (recognize an emergency exists, decide to take action, activate EMS system, give care until EMS take over)

What are the general steps you can take to increase the likelihood of a positive outcome should an emergency situation arise?

All of the above (recognize an emergency, learn to respond appropriately, review and practice skills, access to items like first aid kit/AED/etc)

Which are signs and symptoms of a sudden illness.

All of the above (trouble breathing, chest pain, nausea/vomiting, fever)

In which situation do you Call First instead of providing Care First for the victim.

All of the above (unresponsive person 12+, child/infant who suddenly collapsed, unresponsive child/infant who has heart problems)

Which of the following is not a sign of an Asthma attack.

Blurred vision and headache

In which situation would you not call 911 or your local emergency number.

Children laughing and playing

A contusion is commonly known as a bruise, which is a type of open wound.

False

A puncture to the skin is a type of avulsion.

False

Advanced life support is not one of the Adult Cardiac Chain of Survival links.

False

An AED will work effectively even if you are touching the victim during the analyze phase.

False

An acute illness is an illness that a person lives with on an ongoing basis and that often requires continuous treatment to manage.

False

Cardiac arrest is the same as a heart attack.

False

Cardiac emergencies will always have warning signs before a person goes into cardiac arrest.

False

Epilepsy is not a common cause of seizures.

False

Hand washing is an alternative to wearing personal protective equipment.

False

In the first video, the responder found out that her son suffers from allergies.

False

It is easy to identify a person who is infected with a bloodborne pathogen.

False

It is important to first use dry clothes when covering a victim's organs that are protruding from his or her abdomen.

False

It is not safe to use an AED on a pregnant women.

False

It is recommended to apply a petroleum jelly product to the burn area on a victim in order to ease the pain and promote healing.

False

Letting a wound "breathe" by exposing it to air helps it to heal.

False

Pediatric pads may be used on an adult victim when adult pads are not available.

False

Red, hot, dry skin is a sign or symptom of a person going into shock.

False

Respiratory distress and respiratory arrest are treated in the same way.

False

After going through the SAMPLE process in the previous module's video "Checking a Responsive Adult", the responder found that the person in need of help was allergic to morphine.

False, allergic to penicillin

Your safety is vital when responding to an emergency, if at any time you feel threatened by a person's behavior, condition, or any other factor, you should follow which statement.

Get to a safe place and call 911

Prior to cleaning a blood spill you notice a large shard of broken glass in the middle of the puddle of blood on the floor. What should you do?

Remove the glass with tongs or some other device so that you do not come into contact with a sharp object while cleaning up the spill

A child is defined as being between the age of 1 and 12 years.

True

A person chocking may grab at their throat or look confused.

True

A person may become more aggressive, irritable, or argumentative, if they are suffering a diabetic emergency.

True

An infected person's blood or other potential infectious material must enter your bloodstream in order for a bloodborne infection to occur.

True

Asthma is a condition in which the airway becomes restricted due to the narrowing of the person's airway caused by a substance or condition.

True

Before helping a child, you should obtain consent from the parent or guardian.

True

Before you give first aid care, you need to gather information that will guide your next actions.

True

Being knowledgeable and skilled in providing care can help you to make your workplace, home, and community a safer place to be.

True

Blood or fluid in the ears of a victim is potentially a sign of a head injury.

True

Certain chest wounds can cause a victim's lung to collapse.

True

Continuous chest compressions is another name for Hands-only CPR?

True

Emergencies are unexpected situations that require immediate action.

True

Employers and employees share the responsibility for preventing occupational exposures to bloodborne pathogens.

True

For each minute that CPR and use of an AED are delayed, the person's chance for survival is reduced by 10%.

True

Heat related illnesses can occur at moderate temperatures.

True

If a person is having trouble breathing, do not wait to see if the person's condition improves, call 911 and provide appropriate care until help arrives.

True

If the adult is responsive, you should immediately start to gather information about the nature of the person's injury or illness.

True

If you are uncertain about any situation, the least amount of care that you should provide is to call 911 or a designated emergency number.

True

If you think a person is having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.

True

Increased pain, swelling, and pus draining from the wound are signs of an infection.

True


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