Initial Encounter (2) Flashcards
Consent
How do you get consent?
Say your name, you have training, ask if you can help.
Consent
What do you do if they refuse?
Call 9-1-1 if you think they need help (altered mental state).
Consent
Can you help someone if they don’t give consent?
Sure, clear area, get their friends to convince them, take away dangers…
Consent
Can you treat someone if they don’t give consent?
NO
Consent
What happens if you can’t get consent because parent isn’t around?
Consent is implied (law)
Consent
What happens if you don’t get consent?
It’s assault. You’re at fault.
Consent
When is consent implied?
Unconsious or kid and parent nowhere nearby.
Initial Assessment
If they are responsive, should you talk to them?
Yes! Do an assessment
Initial Assessment
What questions do you ask during an assessment?
SAM: signs & symptoms, allergies, medications & medical conditions
Initial Assessment
What do you do after an assessment?
Focused check based on what they tell you
Initial Assessment
Why do you have to ask all these questions?
Person may not be able to communicate later.
Call
What 2 things do you do in the “Call” step?
Tell someone directly to call 9-1-1; send someone for first aid kit and/or AED
Call
How do you call 9-1-1?
Cell phone on speaker so you can talk with your hands free
Non-emergency care
What do you do if they are unresponsive but breathing normally?
Recovery Position
Non-emergency care
What do you do if they are responsive but not fully awake/altered?
Recovery Position
Non-emergency care
What is the Recovery Position?
Roll them onto to their side, head resting on their arm
Non-emergency care
Why use the Recovery Position?
Lower risk of choking and aspiration, won’t fall if they’re dizzy or barely awake
Non-emergency care
Steps to do Recovery Position?
Extend arm closes to you above their head, roll them toward you
Non-emergency care
Recovery Position for people who are awake and dioriented?
Maybe, go for Position of Comfort first
Non-emergency care
What is Position of Comfort?
Likely sitting, leaning forward. Loosten tight clothing!
