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Which of the following is NOT recommended for treating a heat-related illness?
Which of the following is NOT recommended for treating a heat-related illness?
- Giving the victim hot fluids to drink (correct)
- Removing the victim from the heat and into a cooler environment
- Loosening tight clothing
- Cooling the victim with wet cloths to the skin
What is the first step in treating a cold-related illness?
What is the first step in treating a cold-related illness?
- Warm the victim slowly
- Remove wet clothing and dry the victim
- Begin CPR if the victim is unconscious
- Move the victim to a warm place (correct)
Which statement about overdose emergencies is TRUE?
Which statement about overdose emergencies is TRUE?
- Scene safety is the top priority (correct)
- Administering Narcan should be the first action taken
- Calling for medical assistance is unnecessary
- Scene safety is a secondary concern
What is the purpose of Narcan in an overdose emergency?
What is the purpose of Narcan in an overdose emergency?
Which statement about treating cold-related illnesses is INCORRECT?
Which statement about treating cold-related illnesses is INCORRECT?
What is the recommended first step in treating shock?
What is the recommended first step in treating shock?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of shock?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of shock?
When immobilizing a broken bone or severe sprain, what should be done after immobilization?
When immobilizing a broken bone or severe sprain, what should be done after immobilization?
What is the recommended technique for performing abdominal thrusts on a choking responsive adult or child?
What is the recommended technique for performing abdominal thrusts on a choking responsive adult or child?
What is the recommended technique for assisting a choking responsive infant?
What is the recommended technique for assisting a choking responsive infant?
What is the first step in treating a thermal burn?
What is the first step in treating a thermal burn?
Which of the following statements about shock is true?
Which of the following statements about shock is true?
What should be done after removing the source causing a thermal burn?
What should be done after removing the source causing a thermal burn?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of shock?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of shock?
What should be done to help a victim of a thermal burn prevent heat loss?
What should be done to help a victim of a thermal burn prevent heat loss?
