First Aid

Question 1

Three objectives of first aid?

Answer 1

maintain breathing
stop bleeding
treat and prevent shock

Question 2

11 basic wounds?

Answer 2

• Fractures
• sucking chest wound
• abdominal evisceration
• massive hemorrhage w/amputation
• laceration
• electric shock
• smoke inhalation
• burns
• hypothermia
• heat stress
• puncture wound

Question 3

Explain 1st,2nd and 3rd degree burns.

Answer 3

1st- red skin,mild pain
2nd-red skin,blisters, severe pain
3rd-charred black skin,may or may not be painful due to nerve damage

Question 4

3 methods of controlling bleeding?

Answer 4

• direct pressure
• pressure points
• tourniquet

Question 5

treatment for suicide attempt?

Answer 5

dont leave patient alone and treat any wounds appropriately

Question 6

Describe symptoms and treatment for a joint dislocation.

Answer 6

Rapid swelling,discoloration,severe pain, shock

loosen clothing,place victim in comfortable position,
support injured part,treat for shock,get medical help

Question 7

Explain when and why a cold or heat pack would be used on a sprain.

Answer 7

apply within the first 24 to 48 hours to reduce swelling and control internal hemorrhage

Question 8

Explain first 5 steps of cpr.

Answer 8

• check for responsiveness
• check for breathing(5-10 seconds)
• start cpr(30 compressions,2 breaths)
• lay patient on side if breathing normally
• check for other injuries