First Aid, CPR, AED
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