Patient Assessment and First Aid

What is the very first thing that rescuers should consider when approaching a person that might need help?

• Is the scene is safe

• What is their name?

• How much supply

• Where am I ?

What is the number 1 rule when controlling any bleeding?

• Does this need stitches?

• Pressure

• Call 911 if serious

• Pull of the thing that caused the bleeding

What is NOT a vital sign?

• Eye color

• Body Temp

• Bruising

• Heart Rate

What's the best answer. You MUST have permission to perform any first aid or other basic medical aid?

• You don't need permission. They're hurt!

• Mostly true but there are exceptions like if the patient is unconscious

• Yes this is 100% always true

• You don't want to get sued!

What is a quick and easy way to check for circulation?

• Ask the patient to breath deeply

• Pinch Someone

• Thermostat

• Tap extremities like feet

What Does A stand for in the ABCDE initial Assessment of a patient?

• Circulation

• Breath

• Airway

• Decide

What Does b stand for in the ABCDE initial Assessment of a patient?

• Circulation

• Breath

• Airway

• Decide

What Does C stand for in the ABCDE initial Assessment of a patient?

• Circulation

• Breath

• Airway

• Decide

What is NOT something you should find out about someone as part of the patient history?

• Should I wear gloves?

• Are you allergic?

• What medication?

• When have you last had water?

What is something you should find out about someone as part of the patient history?

• Should I wear gloves?

• Are you allergic?

• Where were you born?

• Do you have a boyfriend?