CPR/AED/First Aid Flashcards

Questions and Answers

If a victim is having a seizure in the water, what should you do?

Support the victim with his or her head above water until the seizure ends. (correct)

Immediately remove the victim to shallow water until the seizure ends.

Secure the victim onto a backboard.

Immediately get him or her out of the water.

What is the purpose of the secondary assessment?

Identify and care for conditions that are not life threatening. (correct)

Determine if the victim is bleeding severely.

Look for other victims you may not have noticed at first.

Verify the victim has medical insurance.

Which of the following is most essential when giving ventilations to protect from disease transmission?

Gowns

Protective eyewear

CPR breathing barriers (correct)

Protective clothing

Once you have turned on the AED, what should you do next?

Apply the pads to allow the AED to analyze the heart rhythm. Signup and view all the answers

When performing chest compressions on an adult, how deeply should you compress the chest?

At least 2 inches. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if an unconscious adult you pulled from the water has a pulse but is taking infrequent gasps?

Give 2 initial ventilations. Signup and view all the answers

What care should you provide if a 12-year-old boy at a swim meet grabs his chest and begins wheezing but does not have his inhaler?

Summon more advanced medical personnel and place the victim into a position that helps breathing. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do first for a facility maintenance worker who has fallen off a ladder and is conscious?

Obtain consent from the victim to provide care. Signup and view all the answers

When providing care during an emergency, what should you do first?

Size-up the scene. Signup and view all the answers

How often should you give ventilations to a 5-year-old boy using a resuscitation mask?

3 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in caring for a victim with burns?

Remove the victim from the source of the burn. Signup and view all the answers

During a swim meet, which injured person should you approach first?

A man who appears unconscious. Signup and view all the answers

CPR should be performed on which of the following victims?

One who is in cardiac arrest. Signup and view all the answers

If there is a risk of the AED pads touching each other on a small child or infant, what should you do?

Place one pad in the middle of the chest and the other on the back. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do next after sizing up the scene and determining it is safe?

Check for responsiveness. Signup and view all the answers

When an AED advises that a shock should be given, what is appropriate?

Tell everyone to stand clear of the victim. Signup and view all the answers

If a child suddenly clutches his throat while eating, what should you do next after activating your emergency action plan?

Stand or kneel behind the victim and give 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you notice a victim has several body piercings before applying AED pads?

Apply the pads to the chest, making sure to avoid the jewelry. Signup and view all the answers

After positioning the resuscitation mask, what should you do next?

Seal the mask. Signup and view all the answers

When another lifeguard arrives while you are performing CPR, what should they do first?

Check to see whether EMS personnel have been called. Signup and view all the answers

Signs and symptoms of sudden illness do not include:

Bruising or rigidness of the abdomen. Signup and view all the answers

Before approaching an injured patron, which of the following should you not do while sizing up the scene?

Begin the primary assessment. Signup and view all the answers

When caring for a conscious infant who is choking, what is most appropriate?

Positioning the infant so the head is lower than the chest. Signup and view all the answers

How can you best protect yourself from possible blood borne pathogen transmission when providing care?

Use personal protective equipment (PPE), such as disposable gloves and a breathing barrier. Signup and view all the answers

What does RICE stand for in care for musculoskeletal injuries?

Rest, immobilize, cold, elevate. Signup and view all the answers

After summoning EMS personnel and assessing an unconscious adult, what should you do next?

Give 1 rescue breath about every 5 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

When compressing a child's chest during CPR, you should compress at a rate of at least how many compressions per minute?

100 Signup and view all the answers

What is the cycle of chest compressions and ventilations in two-rescuer CPR for an infant?

15 chest compressions and 2 ventilations. Signup and view all the answers

To ensure effective chest compressions during CPR, what is most appropriate?

Allowing the chest to fully recoil between compressions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the C stand for in LOC when noticing changes during a secondary assessment?

Consciousness. Signup and view all the answers

Where should you place your hands when giving chest compressions to an infant during CPR?

One hand on the forehead and two to three fingers on the center of the chest. Signup and view all the answers

For which of the following should you summon EMS personnel?

A victim with an open leg wound with the bone protruding. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step of the Cardiac Chain of Survival?

Early recognition and access to the emergency medical service (EMS) system. Signup and view all the answers

When providing care to an injured and conscious patron, what should you do?

Obtain consent, check for life-threatening conditions, and speak with the victim. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do first if a patron who started choking becomes unconscious?

Lower the victim carefully to the ground and open the airway. Signup and view all the answers

When giving abdominal thrusts to an adult, where should you position your fist?

In the middle of the abdomen, just above the navel. Signup and view all the answers

What does the A in the acronym SAMPLE stand for?

Allergies. Signup and view all the answers

After summoning EMS personnel for an injured patron who is conscious and bleeding severely, what is your next step?

Press firmly against the wound with a sterile dressing and bandage. Signup and view all the answers

When providing care to a victim having a heart attack, what should you do first?

Summon EMS personnel. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about bag-valve-mask resuscitators (BVMs) is most accurate?

Two rescuers need to operate the BVM. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Seizures in Water

Support a victim's head above water during a seizure until it ends before removal.

Secondary Assessment

Aim to identify and care for conditions that are not life-threatening.

Ventilations

Use CPR breathing barriers to protect against disease transmission during ventilations.

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

After turning on the AED, apply pads to analyze heart rhythm.

Chest Compressions

Compress the chest at least 2 inches deep during adult CPR.

Initial Ventilations

For an unconscious adult with a pulse and infrequent gasps, provide 2 initial ventilations.

Asthma Attack Care

Summon medical personnel and position the victim to aid breathing.

Always obtain consent from a conscious victim before providing care.

Scene Assessment

Size-up the scene is crucial before you check for responsiveness.

Ventilation Rate for a Child

Administer 1 ventilation every 3 seconds for a 5-year-old child using a resuscitation mask.

Burn Care

The first step in burn care is to remove the victim from the heat source.

Prioritizing Victims

Approach an unconscious man first if several injured individuals are present.

CPR Victims

Perform CPR only on victims who are in cardiac arrest.

AED Pad Placement

Place one AED pad on the chest and the other on the back if the pads risk touching each other.

Primary Assessment Steps

The first step is to check for responsiveness once the scene is deemed safe.

AED Shock Administration

Ensure everyone stands clear when an AED advises a shock.

Choking Response

For a choking child, give 5 back blows followed by 5 abdominal thrusts.

Jewelry and AED Pads

Apply AED pads while ensuring they avoid touching any jewelry on the victim.

Sealing the Resuscitation Mask

After positioning the resuscitation mask, seal it firmly before giving breaths.

Role of Second Rescuer

The second rescuer should first verify if EMS personnel have been called.

Sudden Illness Indicators

Bruising or rigidness of the abdomen is not a symptom of sudden illness.

Assessing a Scene

Avoid beginning a primary assessment before ensuring scene safety and understanding what happened.

Choking Care for Infants

Position the infant with their head lower than the chest during back blows.

Bloodborne Pathogen Protection

Use personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves and breathing barriers, to minimize risks.

RICE Method

RICE stands for Rest, Immobilize, Cold, Elevate for treating musculoskeletal injuries.

Rescue Breaths for Unresponsive Victim

If an unresponsive adult has a pulse, provide rescue breaths at a rate of 1 every 5 seconds.

Chest Compression Rate

Maintain a minimum of 100 compressions per minute during CPR for a child.

CPR for Infants

The CPR cycle for infants is 15 chest compressions followed by 2 ventilations.

Effective Chest Compressions

Allow complete recoil of the chest between compressions for effectiveness.

Levels of Consciousness Assessment

The "C" in LOC stands for Consciousness when assessing a victim.

Chest Compressions for Infants

Use two to three fingers in the center of the chest when performing CPR on an infant.

EMS Summoning Criteria

Summon EMS for victims with open wounds where bone is protruding.

Cardiac Chain of Survival

Early recognition and access to EMS is the first step in the Cardiac Chain of Survival.

History Taking with SAMPLE

The "A" in SAMPLE stands for Allergies when asking about a patient’s medical history.

Severe Bleeding Care

After summoning emergency services, apply pressure to a severe wound with a sterile dressing.

Heart Attack Response

Summon EMS first when caring for a victim experiencing a heart attack.

Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) Use

BVMs require two rescuers for effective operation during resuscitation efforts.

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Test your knowledge on CPR, AED, and First Aid with these flashcards. Each card contains a scenario or definition relevant to emergency response techniques. Perfect for anyone preparing for certification or wanting to refresh their skills.