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occurs when heart muscle tissue dies because its blood supply is severely reduced or stopped

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heart attack

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At the same time you check for responsiveness, you should look at the victim to see whether he or she is _____

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breathing

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For effective chest compressions during CPR, the rescuer should push ____ and _____.

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hard and fast

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If alone with an unresponsiveness child or infant, the rescuer should: a- activate EMS as soon as its determined the victim is unresponsive b-stay with the victim until someone else arrives c-provide care for 2 minutes, and then call 911 d-shout for help, and if no one comes quickly, activate EMS

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C

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When performing CPR, give chest compressions at the rate of ____ compressions per minute

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120

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When performing chest compressions on an adult or child, the sternum should be depressed to what depth?

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2 to 2.4 inches

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When performing chest compressions on an infant, the sternum should be depressed to what depth?

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1.5 inches

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The ratio for compressions to breaths when performing adult CPR is __ compressions to ___ breaths

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30, 2

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Which method should be used to open the airway for an unresponsive victim?

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head tilt chin lift

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When giving rescue breaths to an adult, each breath should last approximately how long?

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1 second

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To perform chest compressions on a child: a- use 2 hands b- use 1 or 2 hands c- use 2 fingers

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b

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What is the proper sequence for CPR?

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CAB

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What does CAB stand for?

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compressions, airway, breathing

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When giving compressions to an infant, use

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2 fingers

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The signs of a severe airway obstruction may include: a-difficulty breathing b-weak and ineffective cough c-inability to speak or breath d- all of the above

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d

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How many back blows and chest thrusts should be given to a responsive chocking infant?

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5 each

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How many abdominal thrusts should be given to a responsive chocking victim? a- 1 b- 3 c- 5 d- as many as are needed to remove the obstruction or until the victim becomes unresponsive

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d

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The most common cause of airway obstruction in an unresponsive victim is

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the tongue

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A child's age ranges from

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1 year to puberty

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When giving abdominal thrusts to a chocking victim, where should you position your hands? a-on the middle of the sternum b- in the middle of the abdomen, just above the navel c- in the middle of the abdomen, just below the navel

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b

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A victim's chance of early survival dramatically improves through: a- early CPR b- early defibrillation c- hand only CPR d- A and B

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d

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Defibrillation is most effective if used: a- after 2 minutes ( 5 cycles) of CPR b- within the first few minutes following cardiac arrest c- after EMS arrives d- after 4 minutes (10 cycles) of CPR

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b

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During ventricular fibrillation, the heart: a- beats very slowly and inefficiently pumps blood b- beats too fast to pump blood effectively c- quivers and cannot pump blood d- momentarily stops and then restarts

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c

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During ventricular tachycardia (v-tach), the heart: a- beats very slowly and inefficiently pumps blood b- beats too fast to pump blood effectively c- quivers and cannot pump blood d- momentarily stops and then restarts

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b

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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): a- is the initial care for cardiac arrest until a defibrillator is available b- usually restarts the heart c- is used only by medical personnel d- can be given indefinitely

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a

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How many adhesive pads (electrodes) are placed on the victim's chest?

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2

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Before using an AED: a- give CPR until the AED is ready to use b- position it next to the victim c- turn on the AED d- all of the above

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d

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Begin ______ immediately after the shock and follow the prompts of the AED

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CPR

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AEDs can be used on: a- adults b-children c- infants d- all of the above

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d

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Which of the following statements about AEDs is true? a- remove patches containing medication b- do not use an AED on children c- put petroleum jelly on the skin where the electrodes are to be placed d- all chests should be shaved before applying the electrodes

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a

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AED supplies should include: a- razor b- a hand towel c- breathing device and exam gloves d- all of the above

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d

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Shock occurs when body parts do not receive adequate

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oxygenated blood

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Without oxygen, the brain will start to be damaged irreparably in _______ minutes

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4 to 6

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The Perfusion Triangle includes

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heart, blood vessels, and blood

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Septic shock develops in some victims with

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bacterial infection

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Anaphylactic shock is a

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massive allergic reaction

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Sensitive persons may experience anaphylaxis from exposure to a- medications b- food c- insect stings d- all of the above

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d

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Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis? a- swelling of the face, tongue and lips b- bluish lips (cyanosis) c- sneezing, coughing, and wheezing d- all of the above

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d

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Why are the legs NOT elevated more than 12 inches when treating for shock?

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it would affect the victim's breathing

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When treating a shock victim, the first aider should place blankets and/or coats:

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under and over the victim

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First aid for anaphylactic shock includes which of the following? a- emergency transport to a medical facility b- transporting the victim in a half sitting position c- determining if the victim has an emergency epinephrine kit d- all of the above

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d

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Why is neither food nor drink given to a shock victim? a- it could cause nausea or vomiting b- it could divert blood flow from the brain to the stomach c- it could cause food allergies d- it is not needed

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a

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Rapid blood loss of ____ quart(s) or more in an adult can lead to shock and death.

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1

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The term ________ refers to a large amount of bleeding in a short time.

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hemorrhage

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In _____ bleeding, blood spurts up to several feet from the wound.

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arterial

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Blood from _______ flows steadily or gushes.

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veins

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In a healthy adult, initial clot function normally takes about _______ minutes.

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10

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If a dressing becomes blood-soaked, what should be done?

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apply another dressing on top of the old one

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What is the most effective method for controlling most types of bleeding?

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direct pressure over the wound

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What kind of bleeding occurs when the skin is not broken and blood is not visible?

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internal

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Which of the following is a sign of internal bleeding? a- bruises of the skin b- fractured ribs or bruises on the chest c- vomiting or coughing up blood d- all of the above

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d

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To treat bruises, the first aider should: a- apply an ice pack over the injury for 20 minutes b- place a wet cloth on the skin, then an ice pack on top of the cloth c- apply warm, moist compresses d- apply a hot pack

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a

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What is the largest artery in the human body?

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aorta

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wound where the top layer of skin is removed, with little or no blood loss

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abrasion

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wound where the skin is cut with jagged, irregular edges

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laceration

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wound is smooth edged

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incision

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would is usually deep and narrow, with a high risk of infection

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puncture

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wound usually involves ears, fingers, and hands, and results in the tearing of a flap of skin

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avulsion

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would involves the cutting or tearing off of a body part

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amputation

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For a shallow wound, wash inside it with:

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soap and water

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How should animal bites, dirty wounds, and puncture wounds be cleaned? a- using soap and water b- using hydrogen peroxide c- using a full strength iodine preparation d- they should be cleaned only by medical personnel

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d

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Which statement is TRUE concerning dressings for open wounds? a- if the dressing becomes stuck to the wound, leave it on as long as the wound is healing b- if the dressing becomes stuck to the wound and it must be removed, soak it in warm water first c- a wet dressing may promote infection d- all of the above

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d

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Which first aid supply is applied over a wound to control bleeding and prevent contamination?

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dressing

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A ______ holds the dressing in place.

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bandage

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What are the signs and symptoms of an infected wound? a- throbbing pain b- pus discharge c- fever d- all of the above

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d

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Tetanus is caused by a toxin produced by:

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bacterium

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A victim with a DIRTY wound who has not had a tetanus booster for more than ____ years should receive a booster.

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5

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Tetanus shots must be given within _____ hours of the injury to be effective.

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72

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an amputation that is a clean-cut complete detachment

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guillotine

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an amputation that occurs when an extremity separates by being crushed or mashed off

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crushing

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an amputation that occurs when the skin is peeled off

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degloving

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Repeated rubbing of a small area of skin will produce a

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blister

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Care for impaled objects may include which of the following actions? a- expose the area b- stabilizing the object with bulky dressing c- controlling the bleeding with direct pressure d- both A and B

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d

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A _______ wound happens when a blunt object strikes the body.

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closed

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Sutures should be made by a physician within _________ hours of the injury.

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6 to 8

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Which of the following wounds do not usually require stitches? a- the skin's cut edges tend to fall together b- the cut is more than 1 inch long and is deep c- the cut is less than 1 inch long and not deep d- both A and C

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d

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What is the purpose of a dressing? a- to control bleeding b- to prevent infection c- to absorb blood d- all of the above

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d

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An example of an improvised dressing is: a- a bandana b- a towel c- a cloth d- all of the above

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d

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What is the purpose of a bandage? a- to hold a dressing in place b- to prevent contamination c- to absorb blood

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a

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Which of the following is placed directly over an open wound? a- gauze pads b- roller bandage c- elastic bandage d- triangular bandage

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a

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Which of the following is a sign or symptoms that a bandage is too tight? a - blue or pale skin b- coldness of the extremity c- tingling or loss of sensation d- all of the above

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d

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Basic types of bandages include roller bandages, self-adhesive bandages, elastic bandages, triangular bandages and ________ a- rigid splints b- adhesive tape c- gauze pad d- adhesive strips

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b

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