Health chapter 27

If you recognize choking signs in an adult you should

Perform abdominal thrusts and ask someone nearby to call 911

When an infant is choking you should

Perform back blows and chest thrusts to dislodge the object

If someone displays symptoms of shock you should

Call 911 right away and lay victim down and raise legs 12 inches off the floor and loosen their clothing

The first step in ant suspected poison case is to

Call poison control center. The poison control center will help you know how to treat the victim

Second degree burns

Can be treated as a minor burn

First degree and second degree burns are minor and

Can be treated at hi,e

If you find a person unconscious call 911 and

Check for breathing

The CPR cycle of adults, infants, and children is the same because they both

Complete 30 chest compressions for every two rescue breaths

You should always keep phone numbers and emails for each family member and out of town

Contact list in case of an emergency. Families should choose a meeting place in case of emergencies

A separation of a bone from its normal position in a joint is called a

Dislocation

The temporary loss of consciousness is called

Fainting

The immediate care given to an ill or injured person is called

First aid

Heavy rains that that raise levels of water in rivers and lakes is

Flash flood

Do not walk thru moving water or drive through a flooded area. If floodwaters surround your car

Flee to higher ground

A break in the bone is called a

Fracture

During a string storm you should

Get indoors or if you are in a car stay in the car. If you are in an open area you should get to a low lying spot

The most urgent medical emergencies are those

In which the victim is unresponsive

Third degree burns

Involve several layers of skin and require medical attention

A watch is issued when a storm

Is possible during the next few hours

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The deadliest part of the hurricane is the storm surge which is a

Massive wave that sweeps in from the ocean

CPR helps supply oxygen to the body until

Normal body functions can resume

Health care workers should always take steps to prevent the spread

Of disease when providing health care

Animal bites can transmit rabies.

Rabies is a viral infection that should be treated with a vaccine given within two days of the bite

Some third degree burns

Show areas of the muscle and even the bone

If you hear thunder and see lightening us the 30/30 rule which is

Stay inside until your hear thunder 30 seconds within seeing lightning. Stay there for 30 minutes after last peel of thunder

When calling 911 or local emergency number you should always

Stay on the line until help arrives to the scene

Nosebleeds are common after an injury to a nose . Apply a cold pack

To the bridge if the nose to stop the bleeding

The condition of not being alert or aware or aware of their surroundings is called

Unconsciousness

A warning is issued when a storm

severe weather has already occurred nearby or will occur soon

A type of winter storm that produces high winds is

A blizzard

A jarring injury to the brain that can cause unconsciousness is called

A concussion

A powerful storm that forms in tropical areas and produces high winds and heavy rain is called

A hurricane

Any substance that causes injury illness or death when it enters the body is called

A poison

A severe storm that is produced by a funnel cloud is called

A tornado

The basic cycle of CPR for adults

Alternates two rescue breaths with 30 chest compressions

Burns are classified according to the

Amount of damage they cause

A series of vibrations in earth caused by sudden movement of earth's crust is called

An earthquake. Series of after shocks can occur after the main quake

First degree burns

Are considered minor unless they cover a large area of the body

Good Samaritan Laws

Are laws that protect rescuers from being sued for giving medical care

Completing CPR by person who is not trained to do the procedure is

Better than not performing CPR on the victim at all and wait for help

One risk of giving first aid is that

Blood carries pathogens that can include viruses that cause AIDS or hepatitis B

Fainting occurs when there is not enough

Blood flow to the brain

Internal bleeding curs when

Blood from a damaged blood vessel enters one of the body's cavities

Shock is a condition in which the heart is not delivering enough

Blood to the body. Shock can be life threatening

The most common type of burn is a

Burn that is caused by heat

A first aid procedure that combines rescue breathing and chest compressions is called

CPR

To prepare an emergency medical kit you should include

1) 3 day supply of food 2) battery powered radio or TV 3) change of clothes for each family member 4) first aid supplies 5) duct tape and plastic sheeting to seal off windows 6) copies of important documents 7) money

The three C's of emergency are

1) CHECK the victim 2) CALL 911 3) CARE for the victim

For serve burns

Call 911

Most states have

Good Samaritan laws to help protect rescuers

First aid is not meant to

Replace medical care

Treat minor sprains and sprains using the PRICE procedure

1) Protect area with bandage 2) Rest injured part of body 3) Ice area to reduce swelling 4) Compress area with firmly wrapped bandage 5) Elevate injured body part above the heart

Types of wounds that cause bleeding are

1) abrasions which are known as scrapes and require good cleaning to prevent infection 2) lacerations which are cuts caused by a sharp object and may require stitches or a tetanus shot. 3) punctures which are small deep holes that pierces the skin. There is not a lot of bleeding but could cause a tetanus shot or a booster 4) avulsions which may cause skin to be partially torn away and usually requires stitches. Wrap in moist towel to preserve the tissue

First aid for Fractures and dislocation is

1) call 911 2) do your best to keep the victim calm and still 3) if skin is broken rinse it carefully to keep free of infection 4) use a splint if necessary 5) apply ice 6) lay victim down raise legs 12 inches to prevent shock

The links of the chain of survival are

1) call an emergency of medical services 2) CPR or cardiopulmonary resuscitation if the victim heart has stopped 3) use a defibrillator or a device that delivers an electric shock 4) advanced care by the paramedics keeping the victim alive on the way to the hospital

CPR for infants and children is different than adults in the following ways

1) check to see if child is breathing before calling 911, if child is NOT breathing give 5 cycles of CPR before calling 911 2) rescue breathing is done by placing your mouth over the baby's mouth and nose at the same time 3) you should never use a adult face mask when giving CPR to a child

If you experience a flood in your home you should

1) clean and disinfect your home 2) drink bottled water until water is safe to drink

Symptoms of shock include

1) cold and clammy skin which may appear pale and grayish in color 2) weak, rapid pulse and altered breathing 3) full staring eyes which may have dilated pupils 4) faintness, weakness, confusion cod loss of consciousness

Steps for treating a minor burn

1) cool the burned area by holding it under running water for 5 minutes but do NOT use ice on burned area 2) cover the burn loosest with a clean bandage 3) victim may take an over the counter pain reliever 4) seek medical attention if signs of infection develop

To perform abdominal thrusts on yourself you should

1) cover your fist with the other hand and push upward and inward 2) you can bend over a countertop or a chair and press it against the chair to thrust your abdomen upward and outward

Signs of a tornado

1) dark or greenish skies 2) large hail 3) a lark low lying cloud that may be rotating 4) a loud roar that sounds like a train

Thunderstorms can produce

1) heavy rain 2) lightning 3) string winds 4) sometimes hail

Wildfires occur in dry regions. People should create a "safety zone" around their home by

1) keep free of vegetation 2) call 911 if fire is spotted 3) evacuate home 4) close all windows and doors but don't lock door in case firefighters need to get inside

If a person is unconscious is choking you should

1) lower the person to the floor 2) try to clear the airway by reaching into mouth with one finger and doing a finger sweep 3) if you cannot remove the object begin CPR

Symptoms of a concussion are

1) memory loss 2) confusing

Clutching the throats is a universal sign of choking. Other signs of choking are

1) not able to speak 2) difficulty breathing 3) not able to cough 4) turning blue in the face or lips 5) loss of consciousness

Sprains and strains produce similar symptoms which include

1) pain 2) stiffness 3) swelling 4) difficulty moving the joint 5) bruising

Infant and child CPR

1) put fingers above the sternum and press down 1/2 of depth of baby's chest 2) child between 1 and 8 years old use both hands and press down about two finger widths above the end of the sternum

People can control bleeding by

1) raise the wounded body part above the level of the heart 2) cover the wound and apply pressure for 5 minutes 3) change gauze pad if bleeding soaks thru 4) if you can't stop the bleeding within 5 minutes call for help

First steps in an emergency are

1) recognize an emergency 2) make the scene is safe 2) look for hazards that could put your own life at risk

Spider bites and stings are sometimes dangerous when people are allergic. You Should

1) scrape stinger off 2) wash site with soap and water 3) apply ice 4) use an inti itch cream to reduce itching 5) call 911 if victim has trouble breathing or starts to swell

During a blizzard or a winter storm you should

1) stay indoors 2) if you do have to go outside wear layers of protective clothing 3) watch fir signs of frostbite and hypothermia 4) Avoid driving If caught outside plug over and put on your flashing lights

Two common minor injuries are

1) strain which is a tear in a muscle 2) sprain which is an injury to a ligament or a joint

A victim needs immediate care if

1) the victim is unconscious 2) the victim is not breathing

Before doing CPR on an adult

1) wait to see if the patient is conscious by tapping the victim and asking "are you okay" 2) if victim doesn't respond call 911 until starting CPR

If you are exposed to poisonous plants you should

1) wash area with soap and water 2) wash clothing 3) DO NOT RUB SKIN

Universal precautions that health care providers must take are

1) wear gloves when you might contact blood or fluids 2) wash hands right away 3) use a mouthpiece when providing rescue breathing

National Weather Service will issue an alert

When a severe storm is going to occur

The chain of survival DOES NOT WORK

When victim is choking because the airway is blocked or in shock because the heart is still beating but blood cannot pump at a normal rate

Do NOT move a victim from the scene UNLESS

the victim is in direct physical danger