First Aid Flashcards

1
Q

It refers to the immediate care provided to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill.

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First Aid

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2
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On June 24, 1859, a battle begain in Northern Italy called __

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Battle of Solferino

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A young businessman from Geneva named witnessed the suffering and agony brought about by this battle.

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Henry Dunant

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4
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He led the civilian people, especially the women and the girls, in assisting and caring for the wounded.

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Henry Dunant

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5
Q

Dunant wrote a book titled __, which inspired the establishment of the International Committee ofthe Red Cross (ICRC) in 1863.

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A Memory in Solferino

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Gentle hands will let the victim not feel fear or become panicked.

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Kind and Calm

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A good first aider must be watchful not only on the victim, but also on his or her surroundings.

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Alert and Watchful

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A good first aider must know how to apply first aid tothe victim with minimal resources, with or without equipment.

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Ingenious

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9
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A good first aider should be respectful and tactful when communicating with the victim and any bystanders.

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Polite

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10
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The first aider should make the patient feel comfortable and at ease.

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Sensitive

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A good first aider should be empathetic and understanding towards the victim’s physical and emotional needs.

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Sensitive

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12
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A good first aider should be quick to perform actions, but he or she should still be careful to avoid errors.

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Fast in decision-making

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A good first aider should be able to act quickly and decisively to provide the necessary care.

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Efficient and Confident

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14
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It means to move the patient to another location where it is safe.

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Transfer

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15
Q

The fastest method for transferring a victim for short and smooth distances.

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Ankle Drag

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16
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The first aider will grab the victim’s ankles and drag him or her towards safety.

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Ankle Drag

17
Q

This method is preferred to the ankle pull or drag, as this supports the head of the patient.

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Shoulder Assist

18
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This involves the first aider supporting the patient’s upper body by placing one arm under the patient’s armpit, while the other arm supports the patient’s back.

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Shoulder Assist

19
Q

This is the most preferred method among the three.

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Blanket-assist and Drag

20
Q

It is a technique of transferring a patient using a blanket or sheet as a makeshift stretcher.

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Blanket-assist and Drag

21
Q

This method involves the first aider standing behind the patient and wrapping his or her arms around the patient’s waist, lifting the patient up and supporting him or her with their hips.

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One-person Lift/Lover’s Lift

22
Q

This method involves the first aider looping a strap or rope around the patient’s chest and under their arms, then lifting the patient up and supporting them with their back.

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Pack-strap Carry/Lift

23
Q

It is used for lifting the patient to longer distances.

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Two-hand Seat

24
Q

It is suitable for carrying unconscious victims.

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Two-hand Seat

25
Q

This method is applicable for carrying the patient on the stairs or through uneven areas.

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Chair Lifter

26
Q

It involves using a sturdy chair to support the patient while two or more people lift and carry the chair together.

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Chair Lifter

27
Q

When the patient is conscious, he or she can walk, and the first aiders act as his or her “crutch.”

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Two-men Crutch

28
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It is a method of assisting a conscious patient who is able to walk but may need support due to injury or weakness.

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Two-men Crutch

29
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This method involves three or more people assisting in carrying the patient, with the strongest person positioned on the side with fewer aiders.

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Hammock Carry

30
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This method is used for lifting the patient onto a stretcher, into a bed, or to short distances only.

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Three-men Carry

31
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A trained personnel who provides first ad.

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First-aider

32
Q

A quick and systematic survey of the person to find out if there are conditions or injuries sustained as life threatening.

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Primary Survey

33
Q

Measurement of our body’s most basic functions such as the blood temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure

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Vital Signs