2- PRINCIPLE EMERGENCY CARE

What is the first step in emergency response according to the text?

• Activate Medical Assistance

• Survey the Scene

• Ask for HELP

• Initial Assessment of the Victim

What should be done before any emergency occurs?

• Do a Primary Survey of the Victim

• Activate Medical Assistance

• Plan and provision logistics

• Do a Secondary Assessment of the Victim

What is the purpose of activating Medical Assistance?

• To provide first aid immediately

• To call for specific medical advice

• To do a head to toe examination

• To interview the victim

What should be remembered when activating Medical Assistance?

• What happened, Location, Number of Persons Injured

• Last meal taken, Events prior to injury, Check vital signs

• Deformity, Contusion, Abrasion

• Do not let the victim see injuries, Do not leave the victim alone

What is the purpose of a Secondary Assessment of the Victim?

• To refer the victim for further evaluation

• To check vital signs

• To gather additional information about injuries

• To interview the victim

What should be done to prevent disease transmission?

• Referral of the Victim for further evaluation

• Body Substance Isolation

• Activate Medical Assistance

• Do a Primary Survey of the Victim

What is the purpose of the Golden Rules in giving emergency care?

• To provide comfort and emotional support

• To make unrealistic promises

• To handle the victim to a minimum

• To trust the judgment of a confused person

What should be done when caring for the most serious injuries first?

• Do not let the victim see injuries

• Do not leave the victim alone

• Do assist the victim on medication

• Do obtain consent when possible

What is the purpose of Body Substance Isolation?

• To loosen tight clothing

• To refer the victim for further evaluation

• To provide first aid immediately

• To prevent risk of exposure from bodily substances

What is the purpose of a Primary Survey of the Victim?

• To gather additional information about injuries

• To assess the victim's condition and provide immediate care

• To interview the victim

• To check vital signs