Block 2 First Aid

Question 1

What are the 3 objectives of First Aid?

Answer 1

1. Maintain Breathing
2. Stop bleeding
3. Prevent or treat for shock

Question 2

What are the 11 basic wounds?

Answer 2

1. Fractures (open/closed)
2. Sucking chest wound
3. Abdominal evisceration
4. Massive hemorrhage with amputation
5. Laceration
6. Electrical shock
7. Smoke inhalation
8. Burns
9. Hypothermia
10. Heat stess
11. Puncture wound

Question 3

Describe 1st degree burn

Answer 3

Red skin, mild pain

Question 4

Describe 2nd degree burn

Answer 4

Red skin, blisters, severe pain

Question 5

Describe 3rd degree burn

Answer 5

Charred black skin/tissue. May or may not be painful due to nerve damage

Question 6

What are the three methods of controlling bleeding?

Answer 6

Direct pressure
Pressure points
Tourniquet

Question 7

Describe the basic treatment for suicide gesture or attempt

Answer 7

Do not leave patient alone.
Keep them from inflicting harm to themself
Refer to trained psychiatric professional

Question 8

Why and when would a cold pack be used on a sprain?

Answer 8

For the first 24-48 hours to reduce swelling and to control internal hemorrhage

Question 9

Why and when would a hot pack be used on a sprain?

Answer 9

Applied after swelling stops only for short periods 15 to 30 mins to promote healing and reduce swelling.

Question 10

What is dislocation?

Answer 10

When a bone is forcibly removed from its joint.

Question 11

What are Sprains?

Answer 11

Injuries to the ligaments and soft tissues that support a joint.