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Always call 9-1-1 for a victim whose illness

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occurs suddenly and without explanation.

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The most crucial aspect of first aid for a stroke victim is

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calling 9-1-1 immediately.

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Low oxygen blood levels caused by breathing difficulty may cause

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dizziness or disorientation

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First aid for an asthma attack may include

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helping them use their inhaler

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To help a person who is hyperventilating

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ask the victim to try to breathe slowly.

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Help to prevent injury to a person having a seizure by

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putting something flat and soft under the head

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If you are unsure whether a diabetic is experiencing hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia

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give sugar and monitor symptoms

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Where do most poisonings occur?

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home

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What group experiences the largest percentage of poisonings

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Children younger than 6

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Common signs and symptoms of a swallowed poisoning include

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open container and abdominal cramps

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For a responsive child who swallowed a substance that might be poisonous, it is best to

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contact the Poison Control Center

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When should you seek medical care for a victim who feels ill a few hours after eating food that may have been contaminated?

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a. When the victim is experiencing shaking or chills b. When the victim feels dizzy c. When the victim's skin is cold and clammy d. All of the above***

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You suspect a victim has ingested a poison; they are breathing, but unresponsive. After contacting emergency services what should you do next?

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Put the victim in the recovery position.

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To treat the itching caused by poison ivy, what can be put on the rash?

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A paste of baking soda and water

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What is the first step in caring for a victim who has inhaled a poison

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Move the victim into fresh air.

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What is the first step in caring for a victim who has been exposed to poison ivy, oak and sumac?

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Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water

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Alcohol poisoning may cause

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seizures

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Assessment of an intoxicated victim's injuries depends mostly on

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the visible signs of injury

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Alcohol withdrawal in a dependent person may cause

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hallucinations

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You are giving first aid to a man who seems mildly "high." He tells you he took two "percs." To determine how best to treat him, whom should you call for more information?

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The Poison Control Center

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First aid for a drug overdose is generally the same as first aid for

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poisoning

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A drug overdose may occur with

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a. illicit drugs. b. nonprescription medication. c. small amounts of some substances. d. All of the above***

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What type of drug is LSD?

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Hallucinogen

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What type of drug is heroin?

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Narcotic

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What type of drug is methamphetamine?

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Stimulant

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The most common substance category involved in poisoning cases is

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analgesics or pain relievers

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What is the first step in caring for a responsive intoxicated person?

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Check for injuries of illness

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What is the first step in caring for an unresponsive victim who has overdosed on his or her medication?

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Call 9-1-1

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Possible rabies infection should be a consideration with

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All animal bites from mammals

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Seek immediate medical attention for

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a. a puncture wound from an animal bite. b. a bite to the head or neck. c. a bite wound from an animal that is not your own pet. d. All of the above****

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Why should all bites from a human be seen by a health care provider?

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Many pathogens in the mouth can cause serious infection.

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First aid for snake bite includes

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Washing the wound with soap and water.

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When should you seek urgent medical care for a brown recluse spider bite?

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With all victims bitten

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The best way to remove a tick embedded in the skin is to

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pull it out with tweezers

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Which of the following is the most important reason to prevent mosquito bites?

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Mosquito bites can cause infection with West Nile virus

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When should 9-1-1 be called for a bee sting?

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When the victim has a known allergy

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The best way to remove a bee stinger is to

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scrape it away with a piece of plastic.

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The National Poison Control Center telephone number is:

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800-222-1222

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Which of the following can be transmitted by mammal bites?

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Rabies

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Which of the following can be transmitted by mosquito bites?

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West Nile virus

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Which of the following can be transmitted by tick bites?

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Lyme disease

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What is the first step in caring for a victim with a mammal bite that is not bleeding severely?

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Clean the wound with large amounts of warm or room-temperature water with or without soap

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What is the first step in caring for a victim who has been bitten by a venomous snake

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Have the victim lie down and stay calm.

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What is the first step in caring for a victim who has been bitten by a spider and is having difficulty breathing?

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Call 9-1-1

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Muscle contractions produce

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Heat

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Heat and cold emergencies are more likely to occur in

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a. the elderly. b. people with certain chronic diseases. c. infants. d. All of the above****

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Frostbite refers to freezing:

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Of body tissues

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First aid for frostbite includes

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protecting the area from rubbing or constricting jewelry.

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If medical help is delayed, warm a frostbitten area for 20-30 minutes in

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lukewarm water; 99-104 degrees.

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Hypothermia can occur when body temperature drops below:

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95 F

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To help prevent hypothermia when outdoors in frigid temperatures

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try to stay dry

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The signs and symptoms of hypothermia include

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apathy or confusion

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First aid for severe hypothermia includes

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Calling 9-1-1

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In what order do heat illnesses typically progress with continued activity in a hot environment?

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Heat cramps > heat exhaustion > heatstroke

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Excess heat is removed from the body when blood vessels

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Near the skin dilate, bringing more warm blood to the surface.

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First aid for heat cramps includes

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drinking a sports drink or water

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The late signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion include

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headache, dizziness, fainting.

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How can you cool down someone who is experiencing heatstroke?

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a. Immerse the victim up to the neck in cold water. b. Spray the victim with cold water. c. Put ice bags or cool packs beside the neck, armpits and groin area. d. Any of the above***

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What is the first step in caring for a victim with frostbitten fingers?

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Move the victim to a warm environment

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What is the first step in caring for a victim with heat exhaustion?

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Move the victim from the heat to rest in a cool place.

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Which type of sudden illness may have signals that include weakness on one side of the body and pupils of unequal size?

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Stroke

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A condition in which too much sugar is in the bloodstream is called:

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Hyperglycemia

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A condition in which too little sugar is in the bloodstream is called:

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Hypoglycemia

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Which describes the difference in the care you would give to a person who is experiencing insulin shock (hypoglycemia) from one who is in a diabetic coma (hyperglycemia)?

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The basic care is the same: call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number and, if the person is conscious, you may give food or fluids with sugar.

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It is important to call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number for any person having a stroke because:

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Many new treatments for stroke are time-sensitive and should be done immediately

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Stroke, or Brain Attack can be caused by

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a blood clot and a ruptured blood vessel

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A person who has ingested a poison should be encouraged to drink fluids such as milk or water:

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Only if advised to do so by a Poison Control Center.

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You can help to avoid accidental poisoning by:

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keeping products in their original labeled containers and keep locked up.

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The directions on John's prescription bottle call for him to take one tablet every four hours. Because John is in pain, he decides to take 2 tablets instead. This is an example of drug

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Misuse

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Kayla's mom suffers from chronic back pain and is prescribed Oxycodone. Periodically Kayla will take her mother's medication without her knowledge. She says with the pressures of school, it helps her relax. This is an example of drug

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abuse

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