First Aid and CPR Flashcards
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What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for CPR?
Answer: 100–120 per minute
CPR should be performed at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute to optimize blood circulation.
A victim has a chemical burn to the eye. What is the correct first aid?
Answer: Flush the eye with large amounts of water for at least 15–20 minutes
Immediate and prolonged irrigation with water is critical to dilute and remove the chemical from the eye.
When is it appropriate to remove an embedded (impaled) object from a wound?
Answer: Only when it interferes with CPR
An impaled object should only be removed if it interferes with performing CPR; otherwise, stabilize it in place to prevent further injury.
Which sign best distinguishes a stroke from other emergencies?
Answer: Sudden facial drooping, arm weakness, or speech difficulty
The FAST acronym (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 9-1-1) identifies classic stroke signs.
A victim is experiencing a diabetic emergency and is still conscious. What should you give them?
Answer: A sugary drink or glucose tablets
A conscious diabetic victim showing signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) should receive a fast-acting sugar source such as juice or glucose tablets.
Which burn classification involves damage through all skin layers, possibly into muscle or bone?
Answer: Full thickness (third-degree)
Full thickness (third-degree) burns destroy all layers of the skin and may involve underlying tissue, muscle, or bone.
How long should you check for breathing before beginning CPR on an unresponsive adult?
Answer: Up to 10 seconds
Check for breathing for no more than 10 seconds; if absent or only gasping, begin CPR immediately.