Lifetime Wellness b unit 2 lesson 3 the importance of first aid test
which of the following identifies the proper sequences for performing hands-only CPR
check the scene; call 9-1-1; start CPR; stop after the paramedics arrive
CPR should only be performed when a person does not have a pulse
false
Injuries to the neck, head, and face, are usually minor and do not require medical attention
false
Most head and facial injuries cannot be prevented by wearing protective gear and following simple procedures
false
The letters "CPR" mean cardiopulmonary respiration
false
Whenever you suspect a person is choking, the Heimlich maneuver should be performed immediately
false
how does an automated external defibrillator (AED) work
it sends an eletric shock to the heart
hands-only CPR is better than..
no CPR
where should you apply the AED pads
on bare skin on the upper right shoulder and lower left rib
which of the following describes the correct hand position during hands-only CPR
place both hands interwoven in the center of the chest
Dialing "911" and calling for help is important, but every second counts during a medical emergency
true
it is important to recognize a person who is in need of first aid from choking, from someone who is not
true
more than 3,000 Americans die each year from choking
true
the Heimlich maneuver was developed and introduced by Dr. Henry Heimlich in 1974
true
when a person is unconscious and not breathing but has a pulse, he or she is in respiratory arrest
true
