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First Aid & CPR Exam Questions and Answers
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First Aid & CPR Exam Questions andAnswers
3 most important things in a first aid kit - Answer-1. Gloves
2. Gauze
3. Saline
Universal Precautions - Answer-Wear gloves (non-latex, make sure there is no
rips/tears) and wash your hands after giving care
3 first things to do in an emergency - Answer-1. Check the scene for safety
2. Check the victim (ask consent if conscience, if not - assumed consent)
3. Provide first aid (only what you are trained for)
4. Monitor ABC's
Normal Breathing Rates - Answer-Adult: 12-20 breaths/min
Child: 15-30 breaths/min
Infant: 25-50 breaths/min
Emergencies relating to respiratory system are... - Answer-Life threatening
Normal Heart Rates - Answer-Adult: 60-100 beats/min
Child: 60-150 beats/min
Infant: 120-150 beats/min
Arterial Bleeding - Answer-Most severe. Blood will spurt out
Shock - Answer-Occurs when vital body organs are not receiving enough oxygen
Altered Mental Status - Answer-Used to describe changes in persons responsiveness,
such as becoming confused, disoriented, lethargic or comatose.
Secondary Assessment: SAMPLE - Answer-S - Signs and Symptoms
A - Allergies
M - Medications
P - Past Medical History/ Past Problems
L - Last food or drink (especially important with diabetics)
E - Events that led up to the situation
Ages (how to treat) - Answer-Infant: 0-1
Child: 1-8
Adult: 8+
Physical Exam After History: DOTS - Answer-D - Deformities
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