topic 5 Flashcards
(17 cards)
What would a typical first aid box include? (10)
- 10 individually wrapped sterile adhesive dressings in various sizes.
- Sterile eye pads with attachment.
- 3 triangular bandages.
- 6 safety pins.
- 3 sterile dressings in various sizes.
- A suitable supply of sterile eyewash.
- 3 pairs of surgical gloves.
- 3 roller bandages of different sizes.
- 1 personal protection shield for use during artificial respiration.
- 3 individually wrapped gauze pads.
What are the three reasons you should know how to use a first aid box?
- To be able to use the items for the correct purpose.
- To prevent infection and control.
- To prevent further harm.
What does working in a team result in? (3)
- Synergy between team members- coordination between different members.
- Increased safety of service users- to ensure a safe environment for the patients being treated.
- Increased efficiency in reaching targets- to make sure that no time is wasted and all casualties are assisted.
What is all the information needed when calling for help? (5)
- Exact address of emergency or any noticeable landmarks.
- Directions to the scene of emergency.
- Telephone number from where call is taking place.
- Details of incident such as number of people involved.
- Description of injuries and any known pre-existing medical conditions.
What are the situations one might require someone to summon help? (6)
Falls, fractures, bleeding, burns, choking, and unconsciousness.
What are the roles that different individuals can assume when there is an emergency situation?
- Someone to call 112
- Someone to help in assisting person in emergency situation
- Someone to help in moving away any vulnerable individuals
- Someone giving CPR- if more than on First Aider is present, the CPR should be done alternately.
What are the causes that can lead to a burn? (5)
Scalding from hot liquids, electrical burns, chemical burns, excessive sun exposure and contact with fire.
What do first-degree burns look like?
Red, non-blistered skin
What do second-degree burns look like?
Blisters and some thickening of the skin
What do third-degree burns look like?
Widespread thickness with a white, leathery appearance
What are first degree burns also known as?
Superficial burns
What are the signs of a first-degree burn?
Redness, minor inflammation or swelling, pain, or dry peeling skin occurs as the burn heels.
How do you treat a first degree burn?
- Hold burn under cool running water for at least ten minutes.
- Remove clothing or jewelry around the burn, unless stuck to the burn.
- Cover lengthways with cling film.
- Monitor casualty and seek medical advice.
What causes minor falls with no factures?
Slipping on water, tripping on an object, falling off a ladder, falling down the stairs, or fainting.
How do you treat minor falls?
- Remain calm and do not move person right away.
- Check for strong pain on body and to help recover from the shock, ask him/her to relax and take a few deep breaths.
- If the person is okay, ask individual to roll onto one side. Wait for a few moments (body and blood pressure will adjust) and help individual to get on hi/her hands and knees.
- Place a chair close to person, ask him/her to put hands on chair seat whilst sliding one foot forward in order from the sole to be flat leg bent in order for the knee to remain on the floor.
- From kneeling position, person can slowly rise and sit on chair.
- If person is still in pain, call 112.
What is a small cut also known as?
Laceration
How can a minor cut occur?
Simple paper cut to wounds resulting from sharp objects.
