FIRST AID

What is the definition of emergency care?

Emergency care is a situation demanding immediate action that can happen at any time or place.

What does First Aid refer to?

First Aid refers to the emergency or immediate care provided when a person is injured or ill until full medical treatment is available.

What are the objectives of First Aid?

1. To alleviate suffering 2. To prevent added/further injury or danger 3. To prolong life.

What are the steps in giving First Aid?

1. Introduce yourself to the injured or ill person. 2. Explain that you are a first aid provider willing to help. 3. Obtain permission to help; implied consent can be assumed for confused or critically injured individuals.

What is implied consent in First Aid?

Implied consent is the assumption that a confused person or someone critically injured would want help.

What are the roles and responsibilities of a First Aider?

1. Ensure safety of themselves and bystanders. 2. Gain access to the victim. 3. Determine threats to the patient's life. 4. Summon advanced medical care as needed. 5. Provide needed care for the patient. 6. Assist advanced personnel. 7. Record all findings and care given.

What are some characteristics of a good First Aider?

Gentle, resourceful, observant, tactful, empathetic, respectable.

What are some hindrances in giving First Aid?

1. Unfavorable surroundings 2. Presence of crowds 3. Pressure from the victim or relatives.

What are barriers to action in First Aid?

1. Presence of bystanders 2. Uncertainty about the victim 3. Nature of the injury or illness 4. Fear of disease transmission 5. Fear of not knowing what to do or doing something wrong.

What is the Emergency Action Principle (EAP)?

The EAP involves surveying the scene, checking for safety, assessing the situation, identifying yourself as a trained first aider, and obtaining consent to give care.

What should be included in the Primary Survey during First Aid?

The Primary Survey checks vital body functions, often summarized as A-B-C (Airway, Breathing, Circulation).

What does the acronym BSI stand for in First Aid?

BSI stands for Body Substance Isolation, referring to precautions taken to prevent disease transmission.

What is the Glasgow Coma Score used for?

The Glasgow Coma Score is used to assess a person's level of consciousness and responsiveness.

What is the importance of activating medical assistance (AMA) in emergencies?

Activating medical assistance ensures that advanced care is on the way for the injured or ill person.

What are the Golden Rules of Emergency Care?

The Golden Rules provide guidelines on what to do and what not to do in emergency situations.

What legal concerns are associated with First Aid?

Legal concerns include the standard of care and legal responsibilities of the first aider.

What common materials are used in First Aid?

Common materials include spine boards, splints, and occlusive dressings.

What is the Emergency Chain of Survival?

The Emergency Chain of Survival outlines the critical steps to improve survival rates in emergencies.

What is the role of bystanders in an emergency situation?

Bystanders can assist in providing help, gathering information, or calling for advanced medical assistance.

What should a first aider do if they encounter a confused person?

The first aider can assume implied consent to provide help.

What is the significance of recording findings and care given to a patient?

Recording findings and care ensures accurate communication with medical personnel and helps in the patient's treatment.

What does the term 'safety' refer to in the context of First Aid?

Safety refers to ensuring the safety of the first aider, the victim, and any bystanders before providing care.