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What is the initial action to take if a casualty is able to respond?
What is the initial action to take if a casualty is able to respond?
- Ask them to squeeze your hand
- Check their airway
- Instruct them to open their eyes (correct)
- Perform CPR immediately
How should you handle the airway of an adult casualty?
How should you handle the airway of an adult casualty?
- Gradually tilt the head back while lifting the chin (correct)
- Tilt the head back aggressively
- Keep their head upright at all times
- Lift the chin without tilting the head
When dealing with children aged 1 to 8 years, how should the airway be managed?
When dealing with children aged 1 to 8 years, how should the airway be managed?
- Tilt their head back sharply
- Gradually tilt the head back as for adults (correct)
- Maintain a neutral position and lift the chin
- Leave their head in a fixed position
What technique should be used when checking the airway of an infant under one year?
What technique should be used when checking the airway of an infant under one year?
What is the first action to take in the Chain of Survival during a life-threatening emergency?
What is the first action to take in the Chain of Survival during a life-threatening emergency?
What does early CPR provide in a cardiac arrest situation?
What does early CPR provide in a cardiac arrest situation?
What should you do before attempting to move a casualty?
What should you do before attempting to move a casualty?
In what circumstance should you avoid moving a casualty?
In what circumstance should you avoid moving a casualty?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration for safely moving a casualty?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration for safely moving a casualty?
What method should be used to assess a casualty's responsiveness?
What method should be used to assess a casualty's responsiveness?
What is a recommended way to communicate with a casualty when assessing their condition?
What is a recommended way to communicate with a casualty when assessing their condition?
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Study Notes
Chain of Survival
- Early Access and Recognition - Importance of recognizing a cardiac arrest and seeking help immediately
- Early CPR- Performed by a First Aider and buys lifesaving time for the casualty
- Early Defibrillation - Performed by an AED, delivers a controlled electric shock to the casualty's heart
- Early Advanced Care - Focuses on preserving brain and heart function and is carried out by highly trained medical personnel
Moving a Casualty
- Check the casualty's position first - Only move if they are at risk
- Roll them onto their back gently - Support their head and neck
- Get assistance from bystanders if needed - Use good manual handling techniques
- Don't move a casualty alone
- Maintain a straight back and bend your legs - Avoid bending your back
- Keep the load close to your body - Avoid reaching and lifting
Assessing Responsiveness: C.O.W.S. Method
- Can you hear me? - Ask if they are hurt or sick
- Open your eyes - See if they can look left and right
- What is your name? - Check if they can respond to questions
- Squeeze my hands - See if they squeeze back
Responding to a Responsive Casualty
- Leave them in the position you found them - Ensure there's no further danger or risk
- Perform a secondary survey - Check for injuries visually and verbally
- Get help if required
Sending for Help
- Shout for help to alert people nearby
- Direct a bystander to call for an ambulance
- Ask for an AED
- Use your phone if you are on your own
Airway Management
- Ensure an open and clear airway - Priority over any injuries
- Tilt the head back - Adults and children over 1 year old
- Maintain neutral head position - Infants under 1 year old
- Look into the back of the throat - Check if anything is blocking the airway
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Kneel by the side of the casualty
- Place the heel of one hand in the center of the chest - On the lower half of the sternum
- Place your other hand on top of the first
- Use two fingers for infants
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