St. John Ambulance First Aid Guide

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What is the main purpose of taking a SAMPLE history?

  • To determine the severity of the injury
  • To gather a brief medical history of the casualty (correct)
  • To diagnose the casualty's illness
  • To provide first aid treatment

What does the 'P' in SAMPLE stand for?

  • Psychological history
  • Past or present medical history (correct)
  • Present illness
  • Pain management

What is the common method of obtaining a casualty's level of consciousness (LOC)?

  • Medical history assessment
  • AVPU acronym (correct)
  • Breathing assessment
  • Vital signs assessment

What is included in the 'E' of SAMPLE history?

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How many vital signs are checked on the casualty?

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What organization funded the mental health awareness project in this guide?

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What is a requirement for a user's qualifications to be recognized by St.John Ambulance?

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What is forbidden without the express written consent of the Priory of Canada of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St.John of Jerusalem?

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What is the purpose of including mental health and wellness material in this guide?

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What is the edition of the FIRST AID REFERENCE GUIDE mentioned in the text?

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What is the primary goal of administering first aid to a casualty?

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What is the term used to describe the person who takes charge of an emergency scene and provides first aid?

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What is the main focus of Chapter 5 in the guide?

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What is the importance of remembering the three priorities of first aid?

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What is the purpose of the guide mentioned in the text?

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What is the name of the organization that offers first aid training to over half a million Canadians each year?

<p>St.John Ambulance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Medical Advisory Group established by St.John Ambulance?

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What is the trademarked concept promoted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada?

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What is the ISBN number of the book 'First Aid: Reference Guide'?

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Where was the book 'First Aid: Reference Guide' printed?

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What is the primary goal of the information provided in this book?

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What is the main focus of Chapter 1 of this guide?

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What is the topic of Chapter 7 of this guide?

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What is the purpose of the disclaimer at the beginning of the guide?

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What is the range of topics covered in this guide?

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What is the primary concern when assessing the scene of an injury?

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What is a hazard that can be controlled by the first aid provider?

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Why is it important to have someone assist when lifting or moving objects?

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What should be done with hazards that require specialized training to control?

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What is the primary reason for ensuring safe footing at the scene of an injury?

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What should be accessible when dealing with chemical hazards?

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What is Meningitis?

<p>A bacterial or viral infection that affects the spinal cord and brain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way that Influenza can be spread?

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What is the primary part of the body affected by Tuberculosis?

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What is the primary way to prevent HIV infection?

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What is Hepatitis B?

<p>A viral disease that can cause severe liver damage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Hepatitis C?

<p>A viral disease that causes severe liver damage, similar to Hepatitis B (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to take precautions when dealing with body fluids?

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What is the best way to prevent Hepatitis B?

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What are the three diseases that first aiders should be aware of?

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Flashcards

SAMPLE history purpose

Gathering a brief medical history of the casualty.

SAMPLE 'P' meaning

Past or present medical history.

Casualty LOC assessment

Using the AVPU acronym to measure consciousness.

SAMPLE 'E' details

Events leading up to the incident.

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Vital signs checked

4 vital signs are assessed.

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First Aid Primary Goal

Preserving life.

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First Aider Role

Person in charge at an emergency scene.

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Chapter 5 Focus

Health care provider-focused topics.

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Three Priorities of First Aid

Priorities to ensure first aiders act correctly.

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First Aid Guide Purpose

Supporting the teaching of first aid courses.

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St. John Ambulance

Organization providing first aid training.

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Medical Advisory Group Purpose

Adopting evidence-based practices.

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Chain of Survival

Heart and Stroke Foundation concept.

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Scene assessment Primary concern

Mechanism of injury.

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Controllable Hazard Example

Turning on lights in a dark area.

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Chemical Hazard Management

Access to a Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS).

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Meningitis

Bacterial or viral infection of the spinal cord and brain.

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Influenza Spread

Through airborne pathogens.

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Tuberculosis Target Organ

The lungs.

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HIV Prevention

Practicing adequate protection.

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Hepatitis B

Viral disease causing severe liver damage.

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Hepatitis C

Viral disease causing severe liver damage.

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Body Fluid Precautions

Important to avoid transmission of diseases.

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Hepatitis B Prevention

Vaccination.

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Study Notes

First Aid Overview

  • First aid is emergency help given to an injured or suddenly ill person using readily available materials.
  • The three priorities of first aid, in order of importance, are to:
  • Preserve life
  • Prevent the illness or injury from becoming worse
  • Promote recovery

SAMPLE History

  • S = symptoms – what the casualty is feeling (e.g., pain, nausea, weakness)
  • A = allergies – any allergies, specifically allergies to medications
  • M = medications – any medications or supplements they normally take, have taken in the past 24 hours, or any doses they may have missed
  • P = past or present medical history – any medical history, especially if it is related to what they are experiencing now
  • L = last meal – last meal they ate and when, anything else taken by mouth
  • E = events leading to the incident – what was happening before the injury/illness? How did the injury occur?

Vital Signs

  • There are four vital signs to check on the casualty:
  • Level of consciousness (LOC)
  • Breathing
  • Pulse
  • Skin condition and temperature

Level of Consciousness (LOC)

  • A common method of obtaining a casualty's LOC is using the acronym AVPU.

First Aid and the Law

  • First aiders should always remember not to exceed their training, or the regulations/legislation of their province or territory.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • A person who takes charge of an emergency scene and gives first aid is called a first aider.
  • The injured or ill person is called a casualty.

What Can a First Aider Do?

  • A first aider can provide emergency help, assess the casualty, and call for medical help when necessary.

Chain of Survival

  • The Chain of Survival is a registered trademark of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

Medical Advisory Group

  • St. John Ambulance has a Medical Advisory Group that provides technical expert advice to support the adoption of evidence-based practice and contribute to shaping the future of first aid.

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