First Aid Review Flashcards

Flashcards covering important first aid terms and procedures.

Scene Safety

Make sure environment is safe for you, the victim, and others. Assess before approaching.

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Gloves, face masks, eye protection, gowns (if necessary).

Steps of Glove Removal

Peel off one glove, hold it, slide fingers under second glove to peel off, dispose properly.

When to Wash Hands

After glove removal, before/after treating someone, after exposure to blood/fluids.

Finding the Victim’s Problem

Check responsiveness, breathing, pulse, scan body, start CPR or first aid if needed.

Breathing Problems

Shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing. Help with inhaler, call 911 if worsens.

Choking (Responsive)

Ask if they can cough or talk, give abdominal thrusts.

Choking (Unresponsive)

Start CPR immediately.

Mild Allergic Reactions

Itchy skin, rash, sneezing.

Severe Allergic Reactions

Trouble breathing, swelling of face/tongue, fainting.

EpiPen Use

Take cap off, push into outer thigh, hold for 3 seconds, rub area, call 911.

Heart Attack Symptoms

Chest pressure, pain in arms/neck, nausea, sweating. Call 911, stay calm, offer aspirin.

Fainting

Temporary loss of consciousness. Help victim lie down and elevate legs.

Diabetic Emergencies

Confusion, irritability, sleepiness. Give sugar if awake.

Stroke Identification

FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.

Seizures Management

Protect from injury, don't restrain, call 911 if lasts more than 5 minutes.

Bleeding from the Mouth

Lean forward, apply gauze if bleeding visible, call 911 if severe.

Controlling Bleeding

Apply firm direct pressure, add dressings, use tourniquet if needed.

Dressing vs. Bandage

Dressing covers wound, bandage secures dressing.

Tourniquet Use

For severe bleeding. Apply 2 inches above wound, tighten until bleeding stops.

Signs of Shock

Pale skin, cold sweat, confusion. Lay flat, keep warm, call 911.

Wound Types

Abrasion, Laceration, Avulsion, Puncture.

Nosebleed Procedure

Lean forward, pinch nostrils for 5–10 minutes.

Tooth Injuries Treatment

Hold by crown, rinse gently, place in milk or clean water.

Eye Injuries Procedure

Rinse gently with clean water. Don't remove embedded objects.

Penetrating Injuries Management

Leave object in place, secure it.

Care of Amputated Parts

Rinse, wrap in sterile dressing, place in bag on ice.

Internal Bleeding Signs

Swelling, bruising, signs of shock. Call 911 immediately.

Head/Neck Injuries

Suspect after fall, hit to head, abnormal behavior.

Spinal Injuries Guideline

Don't move unless necessary for safety.

Fractures/Sprains Management

Immobilize, apply cold pack, seek medical care.

Splinting Guidelines

Splint above and below injury, keep limb in position found.

Burn Treatment

Cool with water, cover loosely with dressing.

Electrical Injuries Procedure

Ensure power is off, call 911.

Snakebite Management

Keep still, call 911, keep bite below heart level.

Bites/Stings Care

Wash with soap and water, use ice for swelling.

Heat Exhaustion Treatment

Cool place, drink fluids.

Heat Stroke Response

Call 911 immediately, cool rapidly.

Cold Injuries Treatment

Move to warm place, warm slowly.

Poison Response

Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222).