First Aid/Officer Survival

Question 1

Good Samaritan Law

Answer 1

if the person needing assistance can not give permission for assistance, the provider is protected by the Good Samaritan law to conduct first aid on that person. If anything goes wrong it will not be on the first aid provider

Question 2

How to administer NARCAN

Answer 2

Inject through the nose, press firmly

Question 3

Applying Tourniquet

Answer 3

-apply approximately two inches above wound
-do not apply on any joints (knee, elbow)
-write the time it was applied on the persons forehead
-never take tourniquet off
-apply another above if needed

Question 4

+1 Rule

Answer 4

if you are feeling uneasy about a situation, do not go into the situation by yourself, call for assistance. Also assuming the suspect may have something else, a gun or another person, 1 more thing for you to handle

Question 5

What is tombstone courage

Answer 5

getting that burst of adrenaline to go into a situation and handle the problem as soon and best as possible when in reality you should wait for all the information and possible back up

Question 6

When is it appropriate to wait for back up

Answer 6

Whenever you feel it is necessary, if you do not feel comfortable handling the situation yourself

Question 7

What is “warrior mindset”

Answer 7

It is about overcoming challenges and adversity, being effective adaptive and persistent while emphasizing Officer safety