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What should you do first in an emergency situation?

Put on gloves (correct)

Check the scene

Page for medical assistance and bring the AED

Call the captain to contact stat md

What is the correct sequence for CPR?

1 breath, 15 compressions

2 breaths, 30 compressions

30 compressions, 2 breaths (correct)

1 compression, 1 breath

What should you do if a choking victim is unconscious?

Try to remove the obstruction with your fingers

Wait for medical assistance

Start CPR with 30 compressions (correct)

Perform back blows

How should you treat a second-degree burn?

Apply cool water but do not pop blisters Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to use a mask during CPR?

Place the mask over the victim's nose and mouth with a little in to a little chin Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if bleeding does not stop after applying direct pressure?

Apply more gauges and pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct airway obstruction relief method for an adult?

Use abdominal thrusts Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before using an AED?

Make sure the AED is turned on Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in responding to a full airway obstruction?

Provide 5 back blows Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence for responding to a choking infant?

Back and forth motions until the object is dislodged or the infant becomes unresponsive Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the AED?

To restore a normal heartbeat in a person who is unconscious and not breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct ratio for CPR compressions to rescue breaths for an adult?

30:2 Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if someone is experiencing severe bleeding?

Apply direct pressure to the wound Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing you should do when responding to a medical emergency?

Put on gloves Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if someone has a seizure?

Know all actions and respond accordingly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the EMK?

To provide medical supplies in an emergency Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you suspect airway obstruction?

Tilt the head back and lift the chin to open the airway Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of steps in a cardiac emergency?

Breaths, CPR, AED Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you find a person who is unresponsive and not breathing?

Give 1-2 rescue breaths and then start CPR Signup and view all the answers

How do you know if a person's airway is clear?

If you see chest rise when you give breaths Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if someone is bleeding severely?

Apply direct pressure to the wound Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an AED?

To deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have to use an AED on a child or infant?

Use child/infant pads and follow the AED's instructions Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after using an AED?

Turn off the AED and send only the pads with the paramedics Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Emergency Procedure

Check the scene for safety
Check the passenger's health status
Call the captain to contact Stat MD and page for medical assistance
Bring the AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and care for the passenger

Care Procedure

A: Airway (head tilt, chin left)
B: Breathing (listen for 10 seconds)
C: Circulation/Signs of life

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

30 compressions, 2 breaths for anyone
Use direct pressure to stop bleeding
Use gauge and add more pressure if bleeding continues

AED

Use for cardiac emergencies, heart attack, or unconsciousness with no detectable signs of life
Turn it on and follow the instructions
Use for adults, children, and infants according to weight and age

Choking

Full airway obstruction: use 5 back blows, repeat until object comes out or the person passes out
Partial airway obstruction: encourage the person to cough
Infant: use 5 back blows and forth until object comes out or the infant passes out

Unconscious Choking

Signs of hypoxia: euphoria, dizziness, happy, high, disoriented, turning blue
Use CPR and AED if necessary

Burns

3rd degree full-thickness burn: burn to the bone, skin and soft tissue are black and burnt
2nd degree burn: 2 layers of skin are burnt, treat the same as 1st degree but don't pop blisters
Treat burns with cool water

Medical Assistive Devices

Fr2: old, has data chip, and comes with 2 sets of adult pads and 1 set of child/infant pads
Frx: new, has info inside, and comes with 2 sets of adult pads, 1 set of child/infant pads, and a key
Use Frx with the key, not without it
POB (Portable Oxygen Bottle): make sure to turn it all the way off and don't let the pressure drop below 500 psi

Miscellaneous

Electrical burn on an airplane: avoid circuits and electrical devices in the lavatory
EMK (Emergency Medical Kit): the green seal indicates it's good to go
Medical jewelry, wallet, or phone can provide important information
Don't store medication, only give it in extreme cases
Stat MD is available 24/7 and can be called anytime for authority to fly
Put on gloves first in any medical situation

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