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Cardiac Arrest
Ineffective/Complete stoppage of the heart muscle,
Heart Attack
Arteries/Veins are blocked
Chest pain and discomfort
Shortness of breath and jaw pain
Is Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack the same thing?
No
but Heart attack can lead to cardiac arrest
What are the two parts of CPR
Compressions and breaths
Should an AED be used by only professionals
NO
Symptoms of Heart Attack
arm pain
jaw pain
What does AED stand for
Automated External Defibrillator
Steps of CPR
Check the scene
Radio Protocol
Apply PPE
Check for responsiveness
Check for Breathing
Call EMS
Start Compressions
Compressions
Deep and fast
Chest must bounce back up
100 - 120 per minute
30 compressions
Where do the AED pads neeed to be located
Upper right
Lower Left
AED pad needs to be on the skin
When do you use an AED
Once it arrives
turn on and follow instructions
Instantly go back to compressions
What if person is wet
Try to dry off AED areas in order for it to stick properly to skin
Medical Patch or Pacemaker
Invert Pad Placement
Or remove patch with gloves
When do you use child AED
for children under the age of 8
Placement of AED on children under 8
One front one back
Bras & Shirts
Chest needs to be exposed - remove any and all clothing in the way
Reasons to stop CPR
EMS arrives
scene is not safe
Someone with higher credentials takes over care
AED arrives
physically unable to continue
Obvious sign of life
What to do after someone agrees to being helped when it comes to choking
Back Blows - Seatbelt arm across the chest and deliver blows between the shoulder blades (5)
Abdomal thust- hands move in J motion slightly above navel and under sterum
Choking in pregnant or large individuals
Back Blows & Chest thrusts
Passes out after choking
follow CPR steps
after compressions CHECK throat for item
ONLY grab item if it is visible to the eye
then 2 breaths and repeat.
30 - CHECK - 2
What does SAMPLE stand for?
S: Signs and Symptoms
A: Allergies
M: Medications
P: Past pertinent medical history
L: Last Oral Intake
E: Events leading up to the incident
What does FAST stand for?
F: Face drooping - one side of the face may droop or feel numb.
A: Arm weakness - one arm may be weak or numb; ask the person to raise both arms.
S: Speech difficulty - speech may be slurred or strange; ask the person to repeat a simple phrase.
T: Time to call emergency services - if any symptoms are present, seek help immediately.
What does RICE stand for with musculoskeletal injuries in the American Red Cross?
RICE stands for:
Rest
Immobilize
Cold
Elevate
What are the signs and symptoms of a diabetic emergency?
Flushed/Pale Skin
Sweaty/Clammy
Numbness/Weakness
Fatigue
Blurred Vision/Cognitive Change
Confusion & Disorientation
Rapid Breathing
How do you care for a diabetic emergency?
Provide 15-20g of sugar and watch for symptom change. If no change, call EMS
What are the signs and symptoms of a concussion?
Physical Symptoms:
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness or balance problems
Sensitivity to light or noise
Fatigue
Cognitive Symptoms:
Confusion or feeling "foggy"
Difficulty concentrating
Memory problems
Emotional Symptoms:
Irritability
Sadness
Increased anxiety
Sleep Disturbances:
Trouble falling asleep
Sleeping more or less than usual
What are the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis?
Skin Reactions: Hives, itching, or flushed skin.
Swelling: Swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue.
Respiratory Issues: Difficulty breathing, wheezing, or tightness in the chest.
Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Rapid Heartbeat: Increased heart rate or palpitations.
Dizziness or Fainting: Feeling lightheaded or losing consciousness.
Action: Call emergency services immediately and use an epinephrine auto-injector if available.
Signs and symptoms of the “Heat” emergencies from least to most severe
Heat Cramps
Muscle spasms
Sweating
Thirst
Heat Exhaustion
Heavy sweating
Weakness or fatigue
Dizziness or fainting
Nausea or vomiting
Cool, pale skin
Heat Stroke
High body temperature (104°F/40°C or higher)
Altered mental state (confusion, agitation)
Hot, dry skin (no sweating)
Rapid pulse
Loss of consciousness
Signs and symptoms of hypothermia
Shivering that progresses to no shivering
Slurred speech
Slow, shallow breathing
Weak pulse
Confusion or memory loss
Drowsiness or exhaustion
Cold, pale skin
Care for a nosebleed
Stay Calm: Anxiety can increase blood pressure and worsen bleeding.
Sit Up: Keep your head above your heart to reduce blood flow to the nose.
Lean Forward: This prevents blood from flowing down the throat.
Pinch the Nose: Use your thumb and index finger to pinch the soft part of the nose for 5-10 minutes.
Apply a Cold Compress: Place a cold pack on the nose or back of the neck to constrict blood vessels.
If bleeding persists for more than 20 minutes, seek medical attention.
UREC Post Emergency Steps
Incident Report
Notify Supervisor
Clean up the area to resume programming
During a Code Adam, you see the missing child accompanied by an adult who does not appear to be their parent or guardian. What do you do?
Distract and Delay without putting yourself or others in danger.
LG Radio Protocol
“Attention All UREC Staff, Attention All UREC Staff, this is [name] in [location] with a [situation]. Facman, I need you at [location] and Membership, I need you to call EMS.”
LG EAP Activation
1 Long Whistle Blast
Task Secondary to:
Clear Pools
Lock Locker rooms
Grab Go Kit
AED Prompts
After Pads have been applied -
AED Says Analyzing, please stand clear
Responder CLEARS THE SCENE
AED Says “Shock Advised, Charging”
Responder CLEARS THE SCENE
AED says, “Shocking in 3…2…1.. Shock administered, resume CPR”
Responder resumes CPR