first aid exam A

what should you do if someone is confused and needs first aid?

assume the person would want help

how long should you rub the surfaces of your hands together during handwashing?

at least 20 seconds

which is a sign of a severe airway block?

cannot breathe or talk

what should you spray on a person with heat exhaustion?

cool water

which are the best methods you can use to get more info on first aid, CPR, and AED training?

go online to www.heart.org/cpr or call 1-877-AHA-4CPR (877-242-4277)

a coworker is struck in the abdomen while on break. the coworker has a bruise and shows signs of shock. what should you suspect is wrong?

internal bleeding

you and a friend are picking berries at a local farm. you notice a man who has been stung by a bee and has difficulty breathing. where should the epinephrine pen be injected into this person?

into the thigh, halfway between the hip and knee

you are hiking on a trail and come across an adult woman who appears to have trouble breathing and has swelling of the tongue and face. what should you look for that could help you determine her possible medical condition?

medical information jewelry

you are running on a track at a local school. you came across a woman who is fallen and is bleeding from a cut on her leg. where do you apply direct pressure to this cut?

on the dressings

what should you do if someone with an injury or illness at work refuses care?

phone 9-1-1 and stay with the person until advanced help arrives

how do you protect an amputated body part?

place it in a watertight plastic bag inside another container with ice or ice and water

you are running on a track at a local school. you come across a woman who has fallen and is bleeding from a cut on her leg. why is it important to properly remove your gloves after giving first aid?

to keep from touching blood or body fluids of the person you are helping

why should you wear personal protective equipment?

to protect yourself from bloodborne diseases

what is the next step when giving first aid to someone who has been bitten by a spider, after you've ensured scene safety and put on personal protective equipment?

wash the area with running water and soap

what should you do after you've finished taking care of an injured person at work?

write a report of the incident if your company requires it