Responding to Emergenices - 1.2

Two types of emergencies that require first aid are.....

• Injuries and Sudden Illnesses

• Injuries & Diseases

• Diseases and Sudden Illnesses

What is the FIRST of the four key actions responders can take in an emergency to make a difference in the outcome for an injured or ill person.

• Giving care until EMS Arrive

• Activating the EMS System

• Recognizing that an emergency exists

• Deciding to take action

What is the SECOND of the four key actions responders can take in an emergency to make a difference in the outcome for an injured or ill person.

• Giving care until EMS Arrive

• Activating the EMS System

• Recognizing that an emergency exists

• Deciding to take action

What is the THIRD of the four key actions responders can take in an emergency to make a difference in the outcome for an injured or ill person.

• Giving care until EMS Arrive

• Activating the EMS System

• Recognizing that an emergency exists

• Deciding to take action

What is the FOURTH step of the four key actions responders can take in an emergency to make a difference in the outcome for an injured or ill person.

• Giving care until EMS Arrive

• Activating the EMS System

• Recognizing that an emergency exists

• Deciding to take action

Which of the following is NOT a common reason why someone might be hesitant to respond or might decide not to respond to an emergency.

• Unsure of the person's condition

• Fear of being sued

• Do not like the victim

• Fear of Disease

• Unpleasant Injury/Illness

Which of the following would NOT necessitate calling 911?

• Breathing Problems/No Breathing

• Cardiac Arrest

• Your dog ran away and is missing

• Severe Critical Burns

Which of the following is NOT a sign and symptom of incident stress.

• Inability to sleep

• Increased energy and attention span

• Feeling of guilt

• Nightmares