Ch 17 sec 1 first Aid

Which of the following guidelines should you remember when providing first aid?

• 1. Administer CPR before calling 9-1-1.

• 1. Move the person to a more comfortable position.

• 1. Perform procedures even if you are not trained.

• 1. Avoid direct contact with the person’s blood.

People not trained in CPR should provide _____ CPR.

• 1. conventional

• 1. hands-only

• 1. infant

• rescue

In hands-only CPR, your _____ hand should be the one on the person’s chest.

• left

• right

• dominant

• non-dominant

How many cycles of CPR are performed prior to using an AED, if available?

• five

• three

• seven

• ten

Which of the following is true of AEDs?

• 1. They are battery operated.

• 1. They are located in a variety of places, including ambulances and airports.

• 1. They are heavy and difficult to use.

• 1. They provide only vocal instructions for use.