First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 2 Notes: p. 5-8
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
A _bystander_ is a vital link between _medical care_ and the _victim_.
Size up the Scene: 3 Things to Consider
1. What hazards could be dangerous?
2. What happened?
3. How many people are involved?
Call 9-1-1 if the answer to any of these questions is “yes.” (see table 2.1-choose 4)
1. Is the victim’s condition life-threatening?
2. Could the victim’s condition worsen?
3. Does the victim need skills/equipment from a professional?
4. Could moving the victim cause further injury?
When calling 9-1-1, be prepared to give the following information:
1. Your name and phone number
2. The victim’s location
3. What happened
4. The number of people needing help
5. The victim’s condition
List 2 examples of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and describe how they protect
you. 1) Latex-free medical exam gloves 2) Protective eyewear
3) Protective breathing devices (All protect against disease transmission)
List 6 steps you can follow to protect yourself from disease transmission when providing
care.
1. Wear appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment).
2. Use correct procedures for absorbent barriers to soak up blood/infectious material.
3. Clean up the spill area with a disinfectant.
4. Discard contaminated materials appropriately.
5. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.
6. Report the incident to a supervisor at work or physician or emergency care.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 3 Notes: p. 9-14
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
How do you do a scene size-up? What do you look for?
A quick survey of the scene to determine safety, general type of problem and
number of victims. Always go to the quiet, motionless victim FIRST!
What is a primary check? What does it include?
The first step in dealing with an emergency situation, used to determine lifethreatening conditions.
1. Responsiveness
2. Severe Bleeding
3. Breathing
How do you check responsiveness?
Tap the victim’s shoulder and ask “Are you OK?” If there is no response, the victim
is considered unresponsive.
How do you check for breathing? What are some sounds that would indicate abnormal
breathing?
Look at victim’s chest and face. Sounds of: snoring, gurgling, wheezing, gasping
How do you check for severe bleeding and what do you do to control it?
Scan the body for blood-soaked clothing or blood collecting on the ground. Control
it by putting pressure on the wound.
What is the recovery position and when is it used?
The victim is positioned on their side and used when the victim is vomiting or you
need to leave the victim alone to call 9-1-1 or get help.
What is a secondary check? What does it include?
A quick physical check to gather information about the victim’s condition. Includes
signs: conditions that you can see, feel, hear or smell and symptoms: what the victim
feels and describes.
The DOTS guideline helps you identify keys signs of a problem.
D __Deformities__: Abnormal shapes-broken bones
O __Open Wounds__: Break in the skin, bleeding
T __Tenderness__: Sensitivity, discomfort or pain when touched
S __Swelling__: Body’s response to injury—A build up of fluids around the injured area
To conduct a physical exam, follow these steps:
1. __Head__: DOTS, pupils, ears, nose, mouth
2. __Neck__: DOTS, medical ID necklace
3. __Chest__: DOTS, gently squeeze
4. __Abdomen__: DOTS, gently push to check for tenderness
5. __Pelvis__: DOTS, gently push inward on hips for movement
6. __Extremities__: DOTS, arms and legs
7. __Back__: DOTS, only if spinal injury is not suspected
Define cyanosis: A bluish or grayish tint to the skin and mucous membranes caused by
low levels of oxygen in the blood.
List and describe the steps to using the SAMPLE guideline to gather information (table
3.3)
S __Signs/Symptoms__: What’s wrong?
A__Allergies__: Are you allergic to anything?
M__Medications__: Are you taking any medications?
P__Past medical history__: Have you had this condition before?
L__Last oral intake__: When did you eat or drink last?
E__Events leading up__: Injury- How did you get hurt?
Illness- What were you doing?
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 4 Notes: p. 15-23
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
Define Heart Attack: Death of part of the heart muscle; occurs when heart muscle tissue
dies because its blood supply is severely reduced or stopped.
Define Cardiac Arrest: Stoppage of the heartbeat.
List and describe the five links in the chain of survival: a concept involving five critical
links to help improve survival from cardiac arrest.
1. _Recognition and Action__: Recogonize the early warning signs of cardiac arrest
and immediately calling 9-1-1 to activate emergency medical services (EMS.)
2. _CPR_: The chest compressions circulate blood to the heart and brain.
3. _Defibrillation__: Administering a shock to the heart in an attempt to restore
the heartbeat. The earlier the shock, the increased chance of survival.
4. _Advanced Care_: Paramedic care providing IV fluids, medications, advanced
airway devices and rapid transportation to the hospital.
5. _Post-Arrest Care_: Surgical procedures, medications and advanced medical
care provided by the hospital.
What does CPR stand for? Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; the act of providing chest
compressions and rescue breaths for a victim in cardiac arrest.
What is the goal of Chest Compressions? To circulate the blood to the heart and brain.
*REVIEW* How do you check responsiveness? What do you do if there is no response?
Tapping and shouting- Make sure 9-1-1 is called.
Describe how you give chest compressions: Adult: Two hands interlocked in the middle of
the chest, depressing the chest at least 2 inches. 30 compressions in 18 seconds
(100/minute). Child: Same technique, but only use one hand. Infant: Same technique, but
using two fingers.
Head _tilt__, chin __lift__ to open the victim’s airway.
Describe how you give rescue breaths: Open the airway, pinch victim’s nose and make a
tight seal with your mouth over the victim’s mouth. Give two rescue breaths lasting one
second each; watch to make sure the victim’s chest is rising.
For ADULT CPR: You give _30_ compressions and _2_ breaths.
For CHILD CPR: You give _30_ compressions and _2_ breaths.
For INFANT CPR: You give _30_ compressions and _2_ breaths.
Describe a mild airway obstruction: an object is lodged in the airway, but good air
exchange is present. The victim makes forceful coughing efforts to attempt to relieve the
obstruction.
The signs of a severe airway obstruction include:
1. Breathing becoming more difficult
2. Weak and ineffective cough
3. Inability to speak or breathe
4. Skin, fingernail beds and the inside of the mouth appear bluish gray (cyanosis)
What is the universal sign for choking? Two hands grasping the throat
List and describe the steps for assisting a responsive adult or child who cannot speak,
cough or breathe.
1. Check the victim for choking. Ask, “Are you choking?” Get consent to help.
2. Give the Heimlich by locating the navel, placing the thumb side of your fist just
above the navel, wrapping other hand on top of fist and giving abdominal thrusts
until the object is dislodged or the victim becomes unresponsive.
List and describe the steps for assisting a responsive infant who cannot speak, cough or
breathe.
1. Support the infants head, neck and back. Give 5 back blows between shoulder
blades with the heel of your hand.
2. Give five chest compressions using two fingers. Repeat until the object is dislodged
or the infant becomes unresponsive.
If the choking victim becomes unresponsive, call _9-1-1_ and give _CPR_.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 5 Notes: p 24-30
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
AED
Chances for survival dramatically improve with early ___CPR____ and early
___defibrillation___ with the use of an __AED__.
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is used to __analyze a victim’s heart rhythm
and provide a shock if necessary__.
Pulmonary
Artery
Aorta
Superior
Vena Cava
Lung: Oxygen
exchange
happens here
Lung: Oxygen
exchange
happens here
Right
Atrium
Right
Ventricle
Left
Atrium
Left
Ventricle
Inferior
Vena Cava
Ventricular Fibrillation (V-Fib) is described as: disorganized electrical activity; the most
common abnormal heart rhythm in adult sudden cardiac arrest cases.
Ventricular Tachycardia (V-Tach) is described as: very rapid electrical activity where the
heart beats too fast to pump blood effectively.
For every minute that defibrillation is delayed, the victim’s chance of survival is decreases
by __7%__ to __10%__.
Many types and models of AED’s exist, but they all have some elements in common:
1. Power On/Off Mechanism
4. Defibrillation Capability
2. Cables and Electrode pads
5. Prompts to Guide You
3. Analysis Capability
6. Battery Operation for Portability
Using an AED: Basic operating procedures to assist any victim:
1. Perform CPR until a defibrillator is available. Turn it on.
2. Apply the electrode pads to the victim’s bare skin and make sure that the cables
are attached to the device.
3. Stand clear and allow the device to analyze the heart rhythm. Press the shock
button if advised by the device. Fully automatic devices do not have a chock button
and will provide the shock if needed.
4. Perform 2 minutes of CPR and follow the device prompts. Check the victim for
responsiveness and breathing and repeat the analysis, shock and CPR steps as
needed.
Special Considerations for AED use:
Water: Remove the victim from free standing water and quickly dry off the chest before
applying pads.
Children: Use pediatric pads if available for children under one year. If not available, use
adult pads.
Medication Patches: Remove any patch and dry skin before attaching electrode pads.
Implanted Devices: Avoid placing pads directly over an implanted device when possible.
Allow implanted unit to stop discharging before using the AED.
Lightning: For a victim who is unresponsive and not breathing, perform CPR until a
defibrillator is available, then use the AED.
When inspecting an AED, check for these 4 items:
Two sets of unexpired electrode pads, an extra battery, a razor, and a towel.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 6 Notes: p. 31-33
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
Cardiovascular Emergencies!
Signs of a Heart Attack:
1. Chest pressure and/or pain that lasts for more than a few minutes
2. Pain spreading to the shoulders, neck, jaw, or arms
3. Dizziness, sweating, or nausea
4. Shortness of breath
What are the differences in men and women pertaining to heart attacks?
Many women do not have classic signs. Instead, they may have severe fatigue,
upset stomach and shortness of breath. Because they are not classic signs, like chest pain,
heart attacks are diagnosed and treated much later than they normally are in men.
Women are more likely than men to die from a heart attack because of the delay in
treatment.
Care for heart attack:
1. Call 9-1-1. Give the victim medications to dissolve a clot.
2. Help the victim into the most comfortable resting position.
3. If the victim is alert and not allergic to aspirin, give 4 chewable or one regular
aspirin.
4. Help the victim take any prescribed heart disease medications and continue to
monitor their breathing.
Define Angina:
 Chest pain associated with heart disease that occurs when the heart muscle does
not get enough blood. It can also be caused by physical activity, exposure to cold
and stress.
What are the signs of angina?
 Chest pain that is relieved by nitroglycerin or stops within 10 minutes.
Care for angina:
1. Have the victim rest.
2. If the victim has their own nitroglycerin, help them to use it.
3. If chest pain continues beyond 10 minutes, suspect a heart attack and call 9-1-1.
Define Stroke:
 Occurs when part of the blood flow to the brain is suddenly cut off due to a
blockage or rupture of the arteries in the brain
What are the common signs of a stroke?
 Weakness/numbness of the face, arm, or leg (one side of the body)
 Blurred/decreased vision
 Problems speaking
 Dizziness/loss of balance
 Sudden/severe headache
 Sudden confusion
Using FAST, you can quickly assess a victim for the possibility of a stroke:
F ___FACE___: Ask the victim to smile, does one side of their mouth droop?
A ___ARMS___: Ask the victim to extend both arms out, does one arm drift downwards?
S___SPEECH___: Ask the victim to repeat a simple sentence, is it correct? Slurred words?
T___TIME___: IMPORTANT!!! What time did the symptoms start? CALL 9-1-1!
Care for stroke:
1. Call 9-1-1.
2. Have the victim rest in a comfortable position, usually on their back with head and
shoulders elevated.
3. If they are vomiting, roll the victim into the recovery position.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 7 Notes: p 34-41
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: ____________________
Bleeding and Wounds
Define Hemorrhage:
 A large amount of bleeding in a short amount of time
List and describe the 3 types of External Bleeding:
1. Capillary: oozes slowly from a wound- most common type of external bleeding and
the easiest to control.
2. Venous: flows steadily from the wound- does not spurt, can be a large volume.
3. Arterial: spurts with each heartbeat- very difficult to control- most serious type of
external bleeding due to the large amount of blood loss quickly.
List and describe the 6 types of Open Wounds:
1. Abrasion—the top layer of skin is removed, very little bleeding, ex. scrape or a rug
burn
2. Laceration—a cut with jagged edges, usually caused by a forceful tearing away of
the skin tissue, ex. barbed wire
3. Incision—a cut with smooth edges, ex. paper cut.
4. Puncture—an injury from a sharp, pointed object that may damage internal
organs, which has a high risk of infection, ex. stab wound. Also called an embedded
object.
5. Avulsion—a piece of skin and/or tissue torn loose and hanging from the body.
6. Amputation—a cutting or tearing off of a body part.
What are the steps to care for minor external bleeding?
1. If available, put on latex-free medical exam gloves.
2. Wash the wound with soap and water.
3. Flush the wound with running water under pressure.
4. Apply an antibiotic ointment.
5. Cover the wound with a sterile pad and nonstick dressing. Change the dressing and
bandage periodically.
6. Seek medical care for a wound with a high risk of infection (animal bite or puncture.)
What are the steps to care for serious external bleeding?
1. Put on latex-free medical exam gloves and expose the wound.
2. Apply a gauze pad and direct pressure to the wound.
3. Apply a pressure bandage over the gauze. Apply additional dressings and pressure
bandages if blood soaks though.
4. Call 9-1-1.
These are signs that a wound may be infected:
 Swelling, redness, fever, sensation of warmth, throbbing pain, pus discharge,
swelling of lymph nodes, red streaks towards heart on skin
What is tetanus? How is it treated and prevented?
 A bacterial infection affecting the muscle groups (usually the jaw)
 There is no cure
 Vaccinations and a booster shot every 10 years, or when needed for an animal bite
or a dirty wound.
To care for an amputation:
1. Call 9-1-1.
2. Control the bleeding.
3. Care for shock.
4. Recover the amputated part, wrap in dry sterile gauze.
5. Seal part in plastic bag or water proof container.
6. Keep part cool, place ON TOP OF ice, do not freeze.
To care for a victim with an impaled/embedded object:
1. Leave the object in place.
2. Expose the area. Remove or cut away the victim’s clothing if necessary.
3. Stabilize the object with bulky, clean dressings.
4. Seek medical care.
Medical Attention may be required for wounds with the following conditions:
1. Long/deep cuts needing stitches
6. Cuts that damage nerves, joints, tendons
2. Cuts over a joint
7. Cuts over a broken bone
3. Cuts that may impair function
8. Cuts due to a crushing injury
4. Cuts from an animal/human bite
9. Cuts with an embedded object
5. Cuts that remove all layers of skin
10. Cuts due to metal or glass
Call 9-1-1 immediately if:
1. Bleeding is not controlled with direct pressure after 10-15 minutes.
2. Victim displays signs of shock: dizziness, pale/cool skin.
3. Breathing difficulty after a cut to the neck or chest.
4. A deep cut to the abdomen with moderate to severe pain.
5. Eyeball is cut.
6. Cut partially or fully amputates an extremity.
What is internal bleeding?
 A closed wound resulting when a blunt object does not break the skin, but tissue
and blood vessels beneath the surface of the skin are crushed. (A bruise!)
Signs of internal bleeding include:
1. Bruising
2. Painful, tender area
3. Vomiting or coughing up blood
4. Stool that is black or contains bright red blood
To care for minor internal bleeding:
1. Apply ice or a cold pack for 20 minutes.
2. Compress with an elastic bandage for 2-3 hours.
3. Elevate the injured arm or leg if it is not broken.
To care for serious internal bleeding:
1. Call 9-1-1.
2. Care for shock.
3. If vomiting, roll to recovery position.
4. Monitor breathing.
Define Dressing:
 A sterile gauze pad or clean cloth covering placed over an open wound to help
absorb blood, prevent infection, and protect from further injury.
Define Bandage:
 An elastic or cloth wrap used to cover a dressing to keep it in place and to apply
pressure to help control the bleeding.
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Chapter 8 Notes: p 42-45
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: _____________________
Define Shock: Inadequate tissue oxygenation resulting from a serious injury or illness
Damage to the heart, the blood vessels, or the amount of blood can deprive tissues of
oxygen-rich blood and cause shock.
The signs of shock include: altered mental state (agitation, anxiety, restlessness and
confusion), pale/bluish and cold clammy skin on lips and nail beds, nausea/vomiting,
rapid breathing, unresponsiveness.
To care for Shock:
1. Place the victim on their back.
2. Keep the victim warm by wrapping with a blanket.
3. Call 9-1-1.
Define anaphylaxis: a life-threatening breathing emergency that results from a severe
allergic reaction.
-The most common causes of anaphylaxis are: medications, foods, insect stings, plants.
-The most common signs of anaphylaxis are: breathing difficulties, skin reactions,
swelling of the mouth, tongue and throat; sneezing, chest tightening, blueness, dizziness,
nausea, vomiting.
To care for anaphylaxis:
1. Call 9-1-1.
2. Help the victim use prescribed medications for allergic reactions; i.e., Epi-pen.
3. Keep responsive victim sitting up or an unresponsive victim on their back.
Define Epinephrine Auto-injector (Epi-pen): a prescribed device used to administer an
emergency dose of epinephrine to a victim experiencing anaphylactic shock.
To use an Epi-pen:
1. Remove safety cap.
2. Push auto injector against victim’s upper leg, hold in place for 10 seconds.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 9 Notes: p 46-51
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: _____________________
Describe the three types of burns:
Thermal (heat) burns: Caused by flames, contact with hot objects, flammable vapor that
ignites, steam, or hot liquids.
Chemical burns: Caused by acids, alkalis, or organic compounds that cause tissue damage
when in contact with the skin.
Electrical burns: Caused by electrical currents; the severity is based on the type of
current, voltage, body area exposed and the duration of contact.
Burns are categorized based on the depth (degree) of the burn:
First-degree (superficial) burns: Affects the skin’s outer layer: redness, tenderness, mild
swelling and pain symptoms; heals without scarring; ex. SUNBURN!
Second-degree (partial-thickness) burns: Affects the skin’s outer and inner layers: blisters,
swelling, weeping fluids, and pain symptoms; Large wounds require medical care.
Third-degree (full-thickness) burns: Affects all skin layers and the underlying fat and
muscles: leathery, waxy skin sometimes charred. ALWAYS requires medical care.
Severity of burns is partially determined by the amount of surface area of the body that is
burned. Use the Rule of the Hand to estimate the size of a burn. The victim’s hand
represents 1% of the total Body Surface Area (BSA).
Burn care aims to reduce pain, protect against infection and determine the need for
medical care. Most burns are minor and can be managed without medical care.
To care for first-degree burns:
1. Cool the burn with water until pain free; usually 10 minutes.
2. Apply Aloe Vera gel or a skin moisturizer to reduce itching and peeling.
3. Give over the counter pain medication such as ibuprofen.
To care for small second-degree burns (<10% BSA):
1. Cool the burn with water until pain free; usually 10 minutes.
2. Apply an antibiotic ointment to protect against infection.
3. Cover loosely with a dry, sterile, nonstick dressing; do not break any blisters.
4. Give over the counter pain medication such as ibuprofen.
5. Seek medical care.
To care for large second-degree (>20% BSA) and all third-degree burns:
1. Remove any clothing/jewelry that is not stuck to the burned area.
2. Cover loosely with a dry, sterile, nonstick dressing.
3. Care for shock.
4. Call 9-1-1.
Chemical burns result when caustic or corrosive substances touch the skin and they will
continue to burn as long as they are in contact with the skin. Specific information for
handling a particular substance can be found in Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS.)
To care for a chemical burn:
1. Immediately flush with water for 20 minutes or brush off dry powders.
2. Remove any contaminated clothing and jewelry.
3. Cover affected area with a dry, sterile dressing.
4. Seek medical care.
Electrical injuries are divided into:
Thermal burns (flame): Occurs when clothing ignites from an electrical flame; caused by
the flame, and NOT the electrical current.
Arc burns (flash): Occurs when electricity “jumps” from one spot to another; usually
extensive superficial injuries.
True electrical injury (contact): Occurs when an electric current passes through the body;
entrance and exit wounds are visible; may disrupt the heart rhythm and cause cardiac
arrest, and internal injuries.
To care for electrical burns:
1. Make sure the area is safe; unplug, disconnect and turn off all power sources.
2. Check the victim for responsiveness and breathing.
3. Provide CPR if necessary.
4. Care for shock.
5. Call 9-1-1.
First Aid, CPR and AED
Chapter 13 p. 74-79
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: _____________________
Medical Emergencies!
A victim’s level of ________________________ indicates how well the brain is
functioning. If you notice changes in consciousness, and you are not sure what is causing
it, use the mnemonic __________ to assess the victim:
S: Sugar, seizures, stroke, shock- blood glucose too low (i.e., insulin reaction)
T: Temperature- too high (heatstroke) or too low (hypothermia)
O: Oxygen- inadequate oxygen
P: Poisoning- drug/alcohol overdose, carbon monoxide poisoning, head injury
To care for changes in consciousness:
1. Perform ___________ and ______________ checks and provide care as needed.
2. If unresponsive and not breathing, perform ______.
3. If unresponsive and _____________, roll victim to recovery position.
4. Call 9-1-1.
Causes of chest pain other than a heart attack include:
1. ____________________________ such as pneumonia or bronchitis, which should
be treated with medical care
2. __________________________________ due to increased physical activity and
overexertion also causes chest pain and is relieved by rest and over-the-counter
pain medication.
Define asthma:
Define hyperventilation:
The signs of a breathing difficulty include:
-Breathing abnormally fast or slow
-Breathing abnormally deep (gasping) or shallow
-Noisy breathing: wheezing (asthma), gurgling, snoring
-Bluish lips
-Need to pause while speaking to catch breath
To care for a breathing difficulty:
1. Help the victim into the most comfortable resting position, usually seated upright.
2. Call 9-1-1.
3. If the victim has a prescribed asthma inhaler, assist them in using it.
4. If the victim is hyperventilating due to anxiety, have him or her inhale through the
nose, hold the breath for several seconds, and then exhale slowly.
When blood flow to the brain is interrupted, sudden ________________ may occur. This
may result from exhaustion, lack of food, reaction to pain or the sight of blood, hearing
bad news, standing too long without moving, or problems with the heart.
To care for fainting:
1. Check for responsiveness and breathing and provide care as needed.
2. Loosen any restrictive clothing.
3. If the victim fell, check for injuries.
4. Younger victims usually recover quickly. Seek medical care if: repeated fainting
episodes, fainting for no reason, elderly victim, victim becomes unresponsive.
What is a seizure? What are the common signs to look for?
To care for a seizure:
1. Move dangerous objects away.
2. Loosen restrictive clothing.
3. Roll victim to their side.
4. Call 9-1-1 if there is no reason for the seizure.
Describe the two types of diabetes.
___________________________:
___________________________:
Define hypoglycemia:
Define hyperglycemia:
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Chapter 14 p 80-84
Name: _________________________
Date/Block: _____________________
Define poison (toxin): any substance that impairs health or causes death by its chemical
action when it enters the body or comes in contact with the skin.
The signs of ingested poisoning (poisoning caused by swallowing a toxic substance) are:
-Abdominal pain/cramping
-Burns, odors or stains on the mouth
-Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
-Drowsy or unresponsive victim
-Poison container nearby
To care for ingested poisonings:
1. Determine:
A) The _____ and ______ of the victim,
B) _______ was swallowed, save the container labels
C) _____________ was swallowed, i.e., # of tablets,
D) _______ it was swallowed.
2. If responsive, call 1-800-222-1222. Poison control center staff will advise you on
diluting the poison, possibly inducing vomiting or giving activated charcoal.
3. If unresponsive, call 9-1-1. If victim is not breathing, provide CPR until medical care
arrives.
Poisoning may also be caused by an overdose or abuse of medications and other
substances. ___Alcohol___ is the most commonly abused drug in the U.S.
The signs of alcohol intoxication may include: alcohol odor, unsteadiness, confusion,
slurred speech, nausea/vomiting, and flushed face
The signs of drug overdose may include: drowsiness, anxiety, agitation, hyperactivity,
change in pupil size, confusion, and hallucinations
To care for alcohol intoxication or drug overdose:
1. If responsive, 1) check breathing, 2) call poison control center at 1-800-222-1222, 3) If
you observe violent behavior, leave and call 9-1-1.
2. If unresponsive and IS BREATHING, roll to recovery position. If NOT BREATHING, call
9-1-1 and start CPR.
_DO/DO NOT_ let an intoxicated person sleep on his or her back.
_DO/DO NOT_ leave an intoxicated person alone, unless he or she becomes violent.
_DO/DO NOT_ try to handle a hostile intoxicated person by yourself.
The signs of inhaled poisoning include: headache, breathing difficulty, chest pain,
nausea/vomiting, dizziness, vision changes, unresponsiveness.
One example of an inhaled poison is _______________________, which is a colorless,
odorless poisonous gas that is formed by incomplete burning of many organic materials
such as gasoline, wood, paper, and coal.
To care for an inhaled poison:
1. Get victim out of the toxic environment and into fresh air.
2. Check responsiveness and breathing and provide care as needed.
3. Call 9-1-1.
4. Try to determine the substance involved.
The 3 most common examples of poisonous plants are:
______________________ _______________________ _____________________
The signs of plant poisoning include: rash, itchiness, redness, blisters and swelling.
To care for plant poisoning:
1. Use medical exam gloves and wash affected area with soap and water.
2. For a mild reaction, 1) soak in lukewarm bath with 1-2 cups of oatmeal; 2) apply
calamine lotion.
3.For a severe reaction, care for a mild reaction first then seek medical care. A
corticosteroid to lessen inflammation and pain may be prescribed.