CPR/AED

Syrup of ipecac and activated charcoal should be kept in first aid kits to help treat what condition?

• Burns

• Fainting

• Fractures

• Poisoning

Which describes the correct hand position when giving abdominal thrusts?

• Put your arms around the victim and clasp hands

• Make fists with both hands, wrap arms around victim

•  With arms around victim, make a fist with one hand, cover with other hand

• Keep both hands flat against the abdomen, just above the naval

The initial treatment for most major burns consists of applying:

• An adhesive dressing

• Cool water

• Ice

• Antibiotic ointment

 The BEST reason for immobilizing a broken bone is to:

• Assist with walking

• Decrease swelling

• Prevent further injury

• Reduce pain

According to the AHA 2016 Adult Chain of Survival what is the first link in the chain?

• Early CPR

• Rapid defibrillation

• Activation of the Emergency Response System

• Advanced life support

A colleague complains of blurred vision, headache, and facial numbness.  You notice slurred speech and use of inappropriate words. You think your colleague MIGHT be having a (an):

• Heart attack

• Migraine

• Seizure

• Stroke

Which of the following indicates a life-threatening emergency?

•  A red, swollen and painful ankle, victim can wiggle toes

• Alert victim complaining of pain in the jaw and a nosebleed

• Bright red bleeding from the neck, which is spurting

• A burn on the forearm, which is moderately red, but not blistered

A man with pain in the jaw, dizziness, shortness of breath and heartburn MOST likely is experiencing a:

• Seizure

• Heart attack

• Stroke

• Kidney Stone

Which action is correct for controlling a nosebleed?

• Have the victim lie flat and pinch nostrils closed

• Have the victim lie flat and apply pressure over bridge of the nose

• Have the victim lean forward and pinch nostrils closed

• Have the victim sit up and apply pressure over the bridge of the nose

A person eating dinner begins to cough loudly.  What should be done NEXT?

• Give an abdominal thrust

• Leave the victim to call 9-1-1

• Encourage the victim to continue to cough forcefully

• Give solid slaps between the victim’s shoulder blades