2-1 Healthcare Governance

Question 1

Define first aid

Answer 1

First aid is the actions taken in response to someone who is injured or suddenly taken ill.

Question 2

Describe the aims and objectives of a first aider

Answer 2

A first aider is a person who takes this action whilst taking care to keep everyone else involved safe and causing no further harm. A first aider should be able to:

• Take into account their own skills, knowledge and experience
• Assess a situation quickly and calmly whilst being able to summon appropriate help where needed
• Remain safe and calm at all times
• Recognise their own needs, ability and limitations
• Assist the casualty and provide the necessary treatment, with the help of others if possible
• Pass on relevant information to the emergency services, or person who takes responsibility for the casualty

Question 3

What are the priorities of first aid?

Answer 3

• Assess a situation quickly and calmly
• Protect yourself and any casualties from danger
• Prevent cross infection
• Comfort and reassure casualties at all times
• Assess the casualty
• Give early treatment
• Arrange for appropriate help (Call 999/112 for emergency help)

Question 4

Describe the role of an MA

Answer 4

Strive to meet the key principles in daily routine as far as is practicable. Implementation of the DMS Common Assurance Framework (CAF). Maintain patient safety and report any near miss or safety incidents (Significant Events)