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What is capillary bleeding?
A condition where the capillaries rupture under the surface of the skin.
Capillary bleeding does not usually need attention because it typically stops by itself.
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Bleeding from the smallest blood vessels is called?
Capillary bleeding.
Venous bleeds, if treated immediately, are rarely life threatening.
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What should you do if your friend received a deep cut on her wrist?
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Blood vessels that carry blood from all parts of the body to the heart are called?
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Bleeding that is characterized by bright red blood that spurts with each heartbeat is __________ bleeding.
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What is heavy or uncontrollable bleeding called?
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Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart to all parts of the body are called?
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What should first aid treatment include for any type of bleeding?
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What are visceral organs?
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Victims with open abdominal wounds may be thirsty, so they should be given ice chips or water.
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Most cases of bleeding require more than direct pressure for it to stop.
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Remove and replace blood-soaked dressings.
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Fainting is a mild form of shock.
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What is the definition of the separation of a bone from its joint?
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What is an injury caused when a muscle or tendon is overstretched?
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If you put an antibiotic ointment on a minor cut three days ago and now have a rash around the cut, what should you do?
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Which of the following would indicate that an insect bite is a serious injury?
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What is a type of virus that affects the nervous system and is usually spread through the saliva of infected animals?
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What kind of burn only affects the outer layer of skin?
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When dealing with an object in the eye, rubbing the eye could cause further injury.
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If bleeding lasts more than 20 minutes you should get medical assistance.
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A classmate faints. You know he has been ill. It's been two minutes and he is still not awake. What should you do?
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If you started to choke on some food and you were alone, what should you do?
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If a person's leg is bleeding severely, what should you do?
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Study Notes
Types of Bleeding
- Capillary bleeding: Occurs when capillaries rupture; typically minor.
- Venous bleeding: Blood flows steadily and is usually not life-threatening if treated quickly.
- Arterial bleeding: Characterized by bright red blood that spurts with each heartbeat; life-threatening.
First Aid Guidelines
- For a deep cut, apply a pressure bandage to control bleeding.
- Initial first aid for any bleeding includes stopping blood flow and preventing infection.
- If bleeding lasts more than 20 minutes, seek medical assistance.
Blood Vessels
- Veins: Vessels that carry blood back to the heart.
- Arteries: Vessels that transport blood away from the heart.
Injuries and Responses
- Dislocation: Separation of a bone from its joint.
- Strain: Injury caused by overstretching a muscle or tendon.
- Fainting: Considered a mild form of shock; requires monitoring and assistance if prolonged.
Special Cases
- Visceral organs: Internal organs potentially injured in abdominal wounds.
- Insect bites: Difficulty breathing following a bite indicates a serious reaction.
- Burns: First-degree burns affect only the outer skin layer.
Safety Practices
- Do not give ice chips or water to victims with open abdominal wounds.
- Avoid rubbing eyes when dealing with an object in the eye to prevent further injury.
- If choking and alone, lean forward to dislodge the obstruction using a railing or chair.
Medication Precautions
- Discontinue antibiotic ointment if a rash develops around a cut, indicating a potential allergic reaction.
Emergency Situations
- In case of fainting for over two minutes, call for help, especially if the person has been ill.
- For severe leg bleeding, lay the person down and elevate the leg with a pillow for support.
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