Lab 1

Question 1

What does the AVPU code stand for in assessing a victim’s level of response?

Answer 1

A - Alert
V - Responds to Voice
P - Responds to Pain
U - Unresponsive

The AVPU code is a way to assess a patient’s level of consciousness.

Question 2

What is the normal resting pulse rate for adults?

Answer 2

60 - 80 beats per minute

Children’s resting pulse rates tend to be higher.

Question 3

What pulse should you check on the inside of the wrist?

Answer 3

Radial pulse

This pulse is located just below the wrist creases at the base of the thumb.

Question 4

How do you check for breathing in a victim?

Answer 4

1. Look for chest rise and fall
2. Listen for inhaled or exhaled air
3. Feel for exhaled air near the mouth

Normal breathing rate in adults is 12-16 breaths per minute.

Question 5

What types of thermometers can be used to assess body temperature?

Answer 5

• Mercury thermometer
• Digital thermometer
• Ear sensor
• Forehead thermometer

Different types of thermometers may provide varying accuracy.

Question 6

What should you do if a victim is conscious and responsive?

Answer 6

1. Approach and identify yourself
2. Ask what happened and if they are in pain
3. Check for injuries
4. If unsure, call EMS

Always inform the victim about what you are going to do before doing it.

Question 7

What is the first step if you suspect a neck or back injury in a victim?

Answer 7

Do NOT move the victim

It is crucial to avoid further injury.

Question 8

What is the Recovery Position?

Answer 8

1. Extend the farther arm above the head
2. Position the other arm across the chest
3. Bend the nearer leg at the knee
4. Roll the victim onto their side
5. Support the head and clear the mouth if necessary

This position helps maintain an open airway.

Question 9

What are the ABCs of emergency assessment?

Answer 9

• Airway
• Breathing
• Circulation

These are the priorities when assessing an unconscious victim.

Question 10

What should you do if a victim is choking and cannot speak, cough, or breathe?

Answer 10

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

This technique is vital for clearing a blocked airway.

Question 11

What is the normal breathing rate for babies and young children?

Answer 11

20 - 30 breaths per minute

Breathing rates vary significantly between age groups.

Question 12

What should you do if an infant is conscious and choking?

Answer 12

1. Monitor breathing
2. If they cannot breathe, perform back blows and chest thrusts

Always keep the infant’s head lower than their torso.

Question 13

What are the symptoms of choking?

Answer 13

• Inability to breathe
• Inability to speak
• Victim becomes blue or limp

Quick action is necessary as choking can lead to unconsciousness.

Question 14

How should you check the airway of an unconscious victim?

Answer 14

Roll the victim onto their back and use the head-tilt method

Ensure the airway is open before checking for breathing.

Question 15

True or False: It is safe to use your thumb to find a pulse.

Answer 15

False

Your thumb has its own pulse, which can lead to misjudgment.

Question 16

What should you observe when checking a victim’s breathing?

Answer 16

Rate, depth, ease, and noise of breathing

Each of these factors can provide important clues about the victim’s condition.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The normal breathing rate in adults is ______.

Answer 17

12 - 16 breaths per minute

Question 18

What is the first action to take when approaching an unconscious victim?

Answer 18

Gently tap the victim’s shoulder and ask if they are OK

This helps determine their level of consciousness.

Question 19

What is the Heimlich maneuver used for?

Answer 19

Preventing suffocation by clearing a blocked airway

It is performed when a victim cannot breathe due to choking.

Question 20

What is the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 20

An emergency technique for preventing suffocation when a victim’s airway becomes blocked by food or other objects

It involves using upward thrusts to expel the obstruction.

Question 21

What should you do first when performing the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 21

Stand behind the victim with one foot between their feet for balance

This position helps maintain stability while performing the maneuver.

Question 22

Where should you place your fist when performing the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 22

Against the victim’s stomach just above the navel and below the breastbone

The correct placement is crucial for effective thrusting.

Question 23

What is the technique used to perform the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 23

Make a fist, grasp it with the other hand, and press into the victim’s stomach with quick upward thrusts

Each thrust should be a separate attempt to dislodge the object.

Question 24

When should you continue the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 24

Until EMS arrives, the object is dislodged, or the victim becomes unconscious

This ensures that help is provided until professional assistance arrives.

Question 25

What is the first step if the victim is unconscious during choking?

Answer 25

Ease the victim face up onto the floor, ensuring their head does not strike the floor ## Footnote This is important to prevent further injury.

Question 26

What should you shout for help when dealing with an unconscious choking victim?

Answer 26

"Help!" ## Footnote This alerts others to assist and call for EMS.

Question 27

What should you do after calling for EMS when the victim is unconscious?

Answer 27

Start CPR ## Footnote CPR is critical for maintaining blood flow and oxygenation until help arrives.

Question 28

What should you check for in the victim's mouth during CPR?

Answer 28

Look inside the mouth and remove any visible object ## Footnote This can help clear the airway if an obstruction is present.

Question 29

What is the primary goal of the Heimlich maneuver?

Answer 29

To expel an object blocking the airway to prevent suffocation ## Footnote Swift action is necessary to ensure the victim can breathe again.