Lesson 7: First Aid for Sudden Illnesses and Injuries

Vocabulary flashcards covering sudden illnesses, emergency care procedures, and symptoms based on Lesson 7.

Severe Allergic Reaction (Anaphylaxis) Symptoms

Signs and symptoms indicating a severe allergic reaction, which include trouble breathing, signs of shock, and swelling of the face, tongue, or lips.

In-Water Seizure Care

First aid care involving activating the EAP, entering the water, and supporting the person with their head above water until the seizure ends.

Heat Exhaustion

A heat-related condition characterized by stomach and leg cramps, dizziness, nausea or feeling like throwing up, pale skin, and cool, clammy skin.

Epinephrine

The specific medication used to treat a person experiencing severe allergic reactions or anaphylaxis.

Signs and Symptoms of Shock

Clinical manifestations including rapid breathing; pale, ashen, cool, moist skin; unresponsiveness; confusion, restlessness, or irritability; nausea or vomiting; and excessive thirst.

Severe Spurting Bleeding Care

First aid care that requires applying direct pressure to the wound and using a tourniquet if one is available.

Hypothermia Care

First aid care consisting of moving the person to a warmer place, having them change into dry clothes, and wrapping them in a blanket or towel.

FAST Acronym

A tool used to quickly screen a person for a possible stroke: F for Face, A for Arm, S for Speech, and T for Time.

Opioid Overdose Effect

A physiological effect of opioid overdose where it suppresses the body's drive to breathe.

First Aid for Musculoskeletal Ankle Injury

Care provided for a painful, swollen, and bruised ankle which involves applying cold to reduce pain and swelling while waiting for EMS.