First Aid & CPR Skills

Flashcards covering key terminology and concepts in First Aid and CPR.

First Aid

Emergency care provided to an injured or ill person before professional medical help arrives.

Standard of Care

The level of care that one is expected to provide in a first aid situation, reflecting the skills and knowledge of someone with training.

Good Samaritan Laws

Laws that provide legal protection to individuals who offer assistance to those who are injured or in danger.

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.

Consent

Permission from a person to administer first aid, which must be obtained before providing care.

Survey the Scene

The initial assessment of the surrounding environment to identify potential hazards before providing first aid.

EMS

Emergency Medical Services, the healthcare service that provides emergency medical care.

SAMPLE

Mnemonic used to remember the questions to ask when assessing a patient: Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last food or drink, Events leading up to the incident.

DOTS

A mnemonic for assessing problems during a physical exam: Deformity, Open wounds, Tenderness, Swelling.

Recovery Position

A side-lying position used to maintain an open airway in an unresponsive but breathing individual.

Negligence

Failure to provide the standard of care which results in intentional or unintentional harm to another individual.

Emergency

A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.

Bystanders

Individuals who are present at the scene of an emergency and may assist or observe.

Universal Precautions

A set of guidelines designed to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens; includes using PPE.

Assessment

The process of determining the nature and extent of a person's injury or illness.

Abandonment

The premature cessation of care once it has been initiated, without ensuring that another qualified person takes over.

Crisis

A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger that requires immediate assistance.

Life-Threatening Condition

A medical situation that poses immediate risk to a person's life.

Victim’s Demeanor

The behavior or attitude of a person in distress, which can provide clues about their condition.

Legal Duty to Act

A legal obligation to provide assistance in certain situations.

Transport

The act of moving an injured person to a medical facility or emergency assistance.