First Aid Exam 1

Carpals

7 short bones located in the wrist

Tarsal

Short bones of the ankles.

Sternum

Flat bone that makes up the medial portion of the chest. Ribs articulate into the sternum.

Xyphoid Process

The inferior portion of the sternum.

humerus

radius

ulna

metacarpals

phalanges

proximal, middle, distal

clavicle

scapula

ribs

cervical vertebrae

thoracic vertebrae

lumbar vertebrae

sacrum

coccyx

femur

patella

tibia

fibula

metatarsals

phalanges (feet)

proximal/middle/distal

hip/pelvic girdle

illium, ischium, pubis

Clavicle (collarbone)

Connects the shoulder to the chest (top front of body)

Patella (kneecap)

Protects the knee joint

Femur

Thigh bone; longest and strongest bone in the body

Ulna

Inner (medial) bone of the forearm (pinky side)

Tibia

Shin bone; front of the lower leg, supports body weight

Placenta

Organ that provides oxygen and nutrients from mother to baby and removes waste

Postpartum

The period after childbirth

Contraction

Tightening of the uterus to help push the baby out during labor

Bee Stings

Remove Stinger, Wash, Watch for anaphylaxis (serious allergic reaction): trouble breathing, swelling, dizziness → call 9-1-1

Tick Bites

Tweezers to pull out, Clean, Ticks can carry Lyme disease

Circulatory System

Function: Transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste

Structures: Heart, blood, blood vessels

Respiratory System

Function: Gas exchange (oxygen in, carbon dioxide out)

Structures: Lungs, trachea, diaphragm

Digestive System

Function: Breaks down food and absorbs nutrients

Structures: Stomach, intestines, liver

Integumentary System

Function: Protection, temperature control

Structures: Skin (largest organ), hair, nails

Bloodborne Pathogen Safety

Always wear gloves (PPE)

Avoid direct contact with blood

Wash hands thoroughly after

Two-Person Seat Carry

Used to move an injured person safely

Two people interlock arms to form a “seat”

Birth control pill

Hormonal pill taken daily

IUD

Device placed in uterus to prevent pregnancy (Other options: patch, shot, implant)

Condoms

• About 98% effective when used correctly

• Help prevent:

  • Pregnancy

  • STIs (sexually transmitted infections)