Emergency Response Flashcard

Front

What is the law called that encourages and protects bystanders at an accident scene to render assistance to someone in need without fear of being sued if things go wrong?

Back

Good Samaritan Law

Front

What is the first thing to do before you rush to help an injured or ill person?

Back

Check the scene/size up the scene

Front

What is an example of PPE?

Back

Wearing non-latex gloves

Front

What are indicators of an emergency? Sounds, Sights, Odors, All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What is the definition of informed consent?

Back

Permission for something that is given specifically, either verbally or in writing

Front

What does the S in SAM stand for?

Back

Signs and symptoms

Front

What does A in SAM stand for?

Back

None of the above

Front

What does M in SAM stand for?

Back

Medications

Front

After you perform SAM on a responsive person, what is the next step?

Back

Perform a toe to head check

Front

True or False: after helping an injured person, it is acceptable for you to leave before professional help has arrived.

Back

False