CPR, AED and First Aid Review

You are in the cafeteria when a friend at the next table suddenly clutches his throat with both hands. You ask him if he is choking and he frantically nods yes. You tell him you are trained in first aid and that you can help. As you send someone to call 9-1-1, what should you do?

• Give 5 back blows

• Perform the Heimlich maneuver

• Administer CPR immediately

• Encourage him to drink water

Which is the most severe type of burn?

• 1st degree

• 2nd degree

• 3rd degree

• All are severe, and require immediate medical attention

How many rescue breaths should you give an unresponsive choking victim at one time?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the name of the artery you use to check someone's pulse?

• femoral artery

• radial artery

• carotid artery

• brachial artery

True or False: An AED is less successful than CPR alone.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Not applicable

CPR is used for people who..

• is not breathing/no pulse

• are conscious and alert

• are experiencing mild discomfort

• are in a stable condition

True or False: There is a correct way to take off and dispose of used gloves.

• True

• False

• It depends on the type of gloves

• Only if they are contaminated

An unresponsive person should be placed in what position when CPR is needed?

• on a firm, flat surface

• on a soft, cushioned surface

• on their side

• sitting upright

When you come across an unresponsive victim what is the very FIRST thing you should do?

• Check for a pulse

• Call for help

• Size up the scene

• Administer CPR

If you have a nosebleed you should ___________________.

• Pinch the nose and lean forward

• Tilt your head back and swallow

• Apply ice to the back of your neck

• Lie down flat on your back