MDK 330 Elementary First Aid - Knowledge Assessment 1 Study Guide

Vocabulary flashcards covering core first aid concepts, emergency procedures, CPR guidelines, and injury treatments from the MDK 330 study guide.

First Aid

Emergency treatment administered at the scene of an injury.

Triage

The process of sorting accident victims according to the severity of their injuries.

Splint

A first aid device whose primary purpose is to immobilize a fracture.

Compound Fracture

The most serious type of fracture, characterized by a break where the bone may be visible through the skin.

Simple Fracture

A broken bone without an open wound, primarily treated first by preventing further movement of the bone.

Normal Mouth Temperature

The baseline healthy oral body temperature of $98.6^{\circ}\text{F}$.

Emetic Solution for Non-Petroleum Poisons

Large quantities of warm soapy water or warm salt water administered to induce vomiting.

Obstructed CPR Airway Action

The immediate corrective action of re-tipping the head and trying rescue breaths again when no air enters the lungs.

Artificial Respiration

Emergency ventilatory support indicated following life-threatening incidents including drowning, electrocution, or poisoning.

Chemical Burn Treatment

Emergency management requiring flooding the affected area with water for at least $15\text{ minutes}$.

Adult Mouth-to-Mouth Ventilation Rate

Rescue breathing delivered to an adult at a rate of $12\text{ breaths per minute}$.

Adult CPR Compression Depth

Depression of the sternum by $1\frac{1}{2}\text{ to }2\text{ inches}$ during adult cardiac compressions.

Adult CPR Compression Site

The specific hand placement area located on the lower half of the sternum.

Aspiration Prevention during Resuscitation

The protocol of turning the patient's body to the side, sweeping out the mouth, and resuming mouth-to-mouth ventilation if vomiting occurs.

Electrical Burn Initial Protocol

Getting assistance to shut down electrical power in the area before attending to a victim near live equipment or wiring.

Unconscious Patient Hydration Rule

A strict contraindication stating an unconscious person must never be given anything to drink.

Ocular Acid Exposure Treatment

Flushing the eye immediately with clean water when contaminated by battery acid.

Partial Airway Obstruction

A blockage causing coughing and wheezing, managed by allowing the victim to continue coughing to dislodge the obstruction on their own.

Severe Airway Obstruction

Complete blockage characterized by an inability to speak and turning blue, managed by performing the Heimlich maneuver.

Aspirin

The most useful over-the-counter drug to reduce mild fever.

Fractured Back Symptoms

Pain localized at the injury site accompanied by possible numbness or paralysis below the fracture.

Four Man Log Roll

An effective standardized method for transferring patients with spinal injuries onto a spine board.

Respiratory Arrest

Cessation of breathing characterized by blue skin coloration and lack of respiration.

Antiseptics

Agents applied to wounds principally to prevent infection.

Fishhook Removal Technique

Pushing the barb completely through the skin, cutting it off, and extracting the remaining shank.

Carotid Artery

The major artery in the neck used as the primary location to check for a pulse in an adult victim.

Suspension of Breathing

The highest priority life-threatening condition requiring immediate emergency care when managing multiple accident victims.

Comparative Body Examination

A systematic physical assessment technique comparing corresponding left versus right parts of the body.

Arterial Bleeding

Severe vascular hemorrhage characterized by bright red blood flowing in rhythmic spurts.

Airway Tube Insertion

An advanced airway management procedure that should only be attempted by a trained person.

Flushed Unconscious Victim Positioning

Positioning an unconscious patient with a flushed face flat with their head and shoulders slightly raised.

Spinal Injury Priority

The primary first aid objective of avoiding possible injury to the spinal cord through incorrect handling.

Pupil Assessment

A neurological evaluation used to determine whether or not the brain is functioning properly.

Compound Arm Fracture Management

Applying a bulky, sterile, pressure dressing to control bleeding, applying a temporary splint, and obtaining medical advice.

Unembedded Eye Foreign Body Removal

Removing a loose foreign particle from the eye using a moist, cotton-tipped applicator.

Ammonia Inhalant

The proper chemical stimulant utilized to revive an unconscious person.

Concussion Care

Treatment for a conscious head injury patient without spinal complications, including elevating the head and shoulders slightly with a pillow.