Questions and Answers
What should Coach Kelly do at this point?
Call 9-1-1 and get equipment.
Which of the following are important aspects of general care for someone experiencing a sudden illness? (Select 4 answers)
Before assisting Emily with administration of her quick-relief medication, Coach Kelly follows the general care steps. Which of the following are three of these steps? (Select 3 answers)
Before handing the inhaler to Emily, what two things should Coach Kelly do? (Select 2 answers)
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Max has a deep cut in his lower leg with heavy bleeding. What first aid care is required?
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While Jake calls for help, what must Camilla do?
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Where should Jake apply the tourniquet on Max's leg?
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What is Camilla's and Jake's next best action after the tourniquet has been applied and the bleeding has stopped?
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What is the appropriate first step for Benjamin to take in this emergency situation?
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What should Benjamin do next based on his concerns and the nature of what happened?
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What should Benjamin do after telling Gracie to call 9-1-1 and get equipment?
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What additional care should Benjamin give while waiting for EMS after Gracie returns with the AED and first aid kit? (Select 2 answers)
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Study Notes
Emergency Response Procedures
- In a medical emergency, first call 9-1-1 and gather necessary equipment immediately.
- Important general care aspects for sudden illness include assisting with medications, proper positioning, monitoring the person, and regulating body temperature.
Medication Administration Steps
- Key steps before administering medication include:
- Assembling the medication device.
- Explaining the process to the patient.
- Confirming with the patient that it is the correct medication.
- For inhaler use, shake the inhaler and remove the mouthpiece cover; attach a spacing device if available.
Severe Injury Management
- For life-threatening bleeding from a deep leg wound, apply direct pressure and consider using a tourniquet.
- The effective technique for applying direct pressure involves using both hands with the heel of one palm over the wound, applying firm pressure.
Tourniquet Application
- The tourniquet should be placed 2 to 3 inches above the bleeding wound, between the wound and the heart.
- After applying the tourniquet and stopping the bleeding, continue monitoring the patient until emergency medical services (EMS) arrive.
Response Steps in Emergency Situations
- The first step in an emergency is to assess the situation by checking the victim.
- If a serious injury is suspected, call 9-1-1 and gather equipment or instruct someone else to do so.
- After obtaining consent and providing initial care for a critical injury, continue to check the victim using a systematic approach.
Ongoing Care After First Aid
- Upon receiving equipment like an AED and first aid kit, continue care while waiting for EMS.
- Apart from maintaining the victim's body temperature, it's crucial to check for and manage any other potential injuries.
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Test your knowledge on essential emergency response procedures including medication administration, severe injury management, and proper use of tourniquets. This quiz covers steps that should be taken during medical emergencies to ensure patient safety and effective care.
