Health Pace Book #6 | Quizlet

List

The 6 Signs of a heart attack.

Severe Chest Pain

Shortness of Breath

Nausea

Dizziness

Fainting

Sweating

How to Treat Bleeding

Apply pressure evenly over the wound.

How to Treat Burns

Immerse in cold water, then wrap if necessary.

How to Treat Severe Chest Pain

Call 911 immediately; the pain could be a symptom of a heart attack.

How to Treat a Convulsion

Remove hard objects and do not put anything in the victim's mouth.

How to Treat Electrocution

Make sure victim is free from electrical contact; check for vital signs; call 911

How to Treat Eye Irratation

Flush with lukewarm water to remove the speck.

How to Treat a Fracture

Immobilize the area with a splint and see a doctor.

How to Treat Frostbite

Wrap area in a blanket, or immerse in lukewarm water.

How to Treat Heat Exhaustion

Move the patient to a cool place, elevate his legs, and give him a salt-water solution.

How to Treat Heatstroke

Move to an air-conditioned area immediately and sponge the victim with cool water.

How to Treat Poisoning

Call a poison control center or hospital for assistance.

How to Treat a Sprain

Apply a cold compress and wrap in an elastic bandage.

What is the average temperature of a healthy person?

98.6° F

What does a diabetic need to do if too much insulin is taken?

Eat something sugary as soon as possible

What does a diabetic need to do when not enough insulin is taken?

Receive more insulin as soon as possible.

What is the most serious problem with a puncture wound?

The risk of infection if not treated.

What procedure do you follow to treat a heat cramp?

Massage the muscle area & drink several glasses of a salt-water solution.

The purpose of first aid is to give __________ care to injured or ill persons.

immediate

Two rules of first aid are to remain __________ and to call 911 or a local __________ number.

calm emergency

A __________ - degree burn causes the skin to develop blisters.

second

A __________ - degree burn causes reddening of the skin and affects only the epidermis.

first

A __________ - degree burn permanently destroys all the layers of the skin.

third

A __________ is a blockage in the flow of blood to the brain.

stroke

An __________ attack occurs when the lining of the bronchial tubes becomes swollen, muscle spasms constrict the tubes, and mucus clogs the smaller areas.

asthma

Bonus Bible Verse

Valentines

And the Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.

Genesis 2:18

Book Bible Verse on Pace Test

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

3 John 2