Lesson 2

Question 1

Comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond effectively in life-threatening emergencies.

Answer 1

Basic Life Support

Question 2

BLS technique focuses on?

Answer 2

Providing immediate care to individuals who
are experiencing cardiac arrest or other medical emergencies until advanced medical help arrives.

Question 3

Goal of BLS

Answer 3

Maintain blood circulation and oxygenation to vital organs, thereby increasing the chances of survival.

Question 4

The core principles of Basic Life Support revolve around?

Answer 4

Assessment of the situation
Activating the emergency response system
Starting chest compressions
Providing rescue breaths

Question 5

What other vital skills does BLS cover?

Answer 5

Using an automated external defibrillator (AED) Providing relief for choking victims

Question 6

What is one of the key importance of Basic Life Support training?

Answer 6

Ability to provide immediate assistance until professional medical help arrives.

Question 7

5 key groups of people who should consider
undergoing Basic Life Support training:

Answer 7

Healthcare Professionals
First Responders
Teachers and School Staff

Question 8

BLS training is a mandatory requirement for them for THEY WORK IN ENVIRONMENTS WHERE EMERGENCIES ARE MORE LIKELY TO OCCUR, these professionals need to be well-versed in
BLS techniques to provide immediate and effective care to patients in critical condition.

Answer 8

Healthcare Professionals

Question 9

BLS training is a mandatory requirement for them because they’re OFTEN THE FIRST TO ARRIVE AT THE SCENE OF AN EMERGENCY and being trained in Basic Life Support techniques allows them to provide immediate care and support until additional medical resources are available.

Answer 9

First Responders

Question 10

BLS training is a mandatory requirement for them because SCHOOLS ARE BUSTLING ENVIRONMENTS WHERE ACCIDENTS AND MEDICAL EMERGENCIES HAPPEN; they can ensure the safety and wellbeing of students, providing immediate assistance in case of
emergencies.

Answer 10

Teachers and School Staff

Question 11

BLS training is a mandatory requirement for them because children are particularly vulnerable to accidents and medical
emergencies; can respond effectively in situations where their children or dependents require immediate assistance.

Answer 11

Parents and Caregivers

Question 12

BLS training is a mandatory requirement for it because many workplaces have recognized the importance of Basic Life Support training and have made it a part of their safety protocols; can become VALUABLE ASSETS IN ENSURING WORKPLACE SAFETY AND RESPONDING TO MEDICAL EMERGENCIES THAT MAY OCCUR WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION.

Answer 12

Workplace Safety