First Aid for Fainting
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What should you do if a person faints?

  • Check for responsiveness and normal breathing (correct)
  • Check for responsiveness and skip checking breathing
  • Give them water to drink
  • Make them stand up immediately
  • What should be done if a person faints and is not breathing?

  • Make them sit upright
  • Raise their legs
  • Give them a cold compress
  • Begin CPR immediately (correct)
  • Why is it important to check for injuries after a fainting spell?

  • To ensure the person is not faking it
  • To assess the seriousness of the fainting episode (correct)
  • To diagnose underlying health conditions
  • To waste time before seeking medical help
  • When should you call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number after someone faints?

    <p>If you find any injuries or have concerns about their condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the person do after fainting even if the cause is not usually serious?

    <p>Follow up with their healthcare provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended maximum duration for applying the cold pack to the bruised area?

    <p>20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should a cold pack be wrapped in a thin, dry towel before applying it to the skin?

    <p>To prevent frostbite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a person cannot tolerate a 20-minute application of a cold pack, what is the recommended alternative?

    <p>5-minute application with 10-minute breaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you not elevate the injured area if it causes pain?

    <p>Elevation may increase bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of applying a cold pack to a bruised area?

    <p>To reduce bleeding and swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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