Skin and Bleeding Test Flashcards

Front

What is the first step in treating shock?

Back

Call 911 immediately.

Front

What should you assess in a person experiencing shock?

Back

Responsiveness, airway, breathing, and circulation.

Front

What should you do if the person is unresponsive and not breathing?

Back

Begin CPR.

Front

How should you control severe bleeding?

Back

Apply direct pressure to the wound.

Front

How should you position a person in shock?

Back

Lay them on their back and elevate their legs about 12 inches, if possible.

Front

When should you not elevate the legs of a person in shock?

Back

If you suspect a head, neck, or back injury.

Front

What should you do if a person in shock has trouble breathing?

Back

Raise their head and shoulders slightly.

Front

How can you keep a person in shock warm?

Back

Cover them with a blanket or coat.

Front

What should you not give a person in shock?

Back

Anything to eat or drink.

Front

What is the only tissue that flows throughout the body?

Back

Blood.