first aid

Question 1

DRSABCD

Answer 1

danger, response, send for help, airway, breathing, CPR, defibulation

Question 2

STOP

Answer 2

stop, talk. observe, prevent further inury

Question 3

crises management
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Answer 3

cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
bleeding
shock
neck spinal
moving casualty
medical referral
care of the unconscious casualty

Question 4

1. Epilepsy (Seizures)
   Question: What are the key steps in managing a seizure (epilepsy)?
   Answer:

Answer 4

Question: What are the key steps in managing a seizure (epilepsy)?
Answer:

Protect the person from injury by removing objects.
Do not restrain or put anything in their mouth.
Time the seizure; if it lasts more than 5 minutes, call emergency services.
Place in the recovery position after the seizure and monitor breathing.

Question 5

1. Asthma
   Question: How do you manage an asthma attack?

Answer 5

Help the person use their inhaler (4 puffs, wait 4 minutes, repeat if needed).
Sit them upright and keep them calm.
Call emergency services if no improvement.

Question 6

2. Anaphylaxis
   Question: What is the first aid management for anaphylaxis?

Answer 6

Administer an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen).
Call emergency services immediately.
Monitor and place the person in a comfortable position.

Question 7

3. Diabetes (Hypoglycemia)
   Question: How do you manage a diabetic experiencing hypoglycemia?

Answer 7

Give a sugary drink or food if they are conscious.
Monitor their condition, and if symptoms don’t improve or they lose consciousness, call emergency services.
Place in the recovery position if unconscious.

Question 8

4. Heart Attack
   Question: What should you do if someone is having a heart attack?

Answer 8

Answer:

Call emergency services immediately.
Keep the person calm, seated, and monitor their breathing.
Administer aspirin if advised and appropriate.

Question 9

5. Stroke
   Question: What is the FAST approach in managing a stroke?

Answer 9

Face: Check for facial drooping.
Arms: Ask them to raise both arms—does one drift down?
Speech: Is their speech slurred or strange?
Time: Call emergency services immediately and note the time symptoms began.

Question 10

7. Poisoning
   Question: What should you do if someone is poisoned?

Answer 10

Answer:

Call emergency services and provide details of the poison if known.
Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a professional.
If inhaled, move to fresh air; if on the skin, wash the area with water; if ingested, follow medical advice.

Question 11

8. Bites and Stings
   Question: How do you manage bites and stings from snakes, bees, or marine creatures?

Answer 11

Answer:

Snake bites: Apply a pressure immobilization bandage and keep still. Call emergency services.
Bee stings: Remove the stinger, apply ice, and monitor for allergic reactions.
Marine stings: Rinse with vinegar, immerse in hot water, and call emergency services if needed.

Question 12

9. Exposure to Heat (Heat Exhaustion/Stroke)
   Question: How do you treat heat exhaustion or heat stroke?

Answer 12

Answer:

Move the person to a cool, shaded area.
Remove excess clothing and apply cool water.
Give water if conscious.
For heat stroke (confusion, no sweating), call emergency services immediately.

Question 13

10. Exposure to Cold (Hypothermia)
    Question: How do you manage hypothermia?

Answer 13

Answer:

Move the person to a warm area and remove wet clothing.
Gradually warm them with blankets and warm drinks if conscious.
Avoid direct heat to prevent shock.
Call emergency services if symptoms are severe or worsening.