LD34 Chapters 5–6: First Aid and Emergency Care

How do you treat anaphylaxis shock?

Assist with epi pen, monitor, prevent shock, rescue breathing or CPR if needed.

What type of sugar should not be given to someone with low blood sugar?

Sugar Substitute.

Can give orange juice, table sugar, honey, approved glucose.

How do you treat hypothermia?

Move to warm environment, dry clothing, warm slowly, warm liquids. No alcohol, caffeine or nicotine. Keep moving.

What is the first aid for frostbite?

Dry loose bandage, each digit separately, rewarm slowly. Do not rub the affected area.

What is the first aid for heat cramps or heat exhaustion?

Remove from source, rest, massage muscles, small amounts of fluids, no alcohol or caffeine.

What is the first aid for heat stroke?

Loosen clothing, cool rapidly, ice packs on neck, groin, armpits. Wrap in wet sheet or blanket.

What is the first aid for bites and stings?

Scrape stinger, wash with soap and water, apply ice. Assist with epi pen if allergic reaction.

What is the first aid for marine life stings?

Soap and water, apply heat, not cold, to deactivate venom. Apply dressing if needed.

What is the first aid for a spider bite?

Soap and water, ice to slow venom and reduce swelling.

What are the signs of imminent birth?

Contractions less than two minutes apart, need to bear down, crowning, amniotic sac ruptures.

What is the first aid for excessive vaginal bleeding?

Apply towels or pads. Prevent shock.

What should you do if a newborn fails to breathe?

Rub back or tap feet.