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First Aid
Mary Barba
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Health Care
9th Grade
04/29/2010

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Term
Conducting Primary Surveys of Injured People (Part One)
Definition
1) Aproach patient, checking for hazards.
2) Determine if the person is breathing.
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Conducting Primary Surveys of Injured People (Part Two)
Definition
3) Check for circulation.
4) Check for any bleeding.
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Checking Airway, Breathing, and Circulation
Definition
1) Look for chest rise, and feel and listen forthe exchange of air.
2) Place two fingers along the side of the neck, and determine if the person has circulation.
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Assessing Consciousness AVPU (A)
Definition
Ask their name, where they are, and what the day is. If they know these things, they are on the A portion of the AVPU scale.
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Assessing Conciousness AVPU (V)
Definition
If the person does not respond to these answers but does respond to verbal stimulous, they are on the V portion of the AVPU scale.
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Assessing Conciousness avpu (P)
Definition
Try to cause them harmless pain by rubbing the breast bone with the nuckles. If they respond this, they are on the P portion of the AVPU scale of conciousness.
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Assessing Conciousness AVPU (U)
Definition
If you get no response from them at all, they are considered unconcious.
Term
Obstructed Airway
Definition
Finger Sweep Technique: If there is an obstructed airway, pinch the nose, and blow air into the mouth. Or, pull the jaw and tongue forward, and use your fingers to sweep your fingers across the visible obstruction.
Term
Adult Choking (1)
Definition
Ask if they are choking.
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Adult Choking (2)
Definition
Perform Heimlich Maneuver by wrapping your arms around the person's stomach and helping them breathe.
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Cleaning a Wound
Definition
Wear a clean, latex medical glove. Assess the wound area. Remove large pieces of dirt with tweezers. Disinfect and clean the wound with something small and soft. Use antiseptic to clean the wounded area.
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Dressig a Common Wound
Definition
Wear medical gloves. Apply gauze pads with antibacterial ointment. Make sure the dressing extends far beyond the wound itself. Use medical tape to hold the bandage in place.
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Severe Sunburn (1)
Definition
Subrurn looks like extremely red skin, occasionally with blisters. Itchy skin may result, but do not give into the temptation.
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Severe Sunburn (2)
Definition
Use aloe vera gel, or take a long, cool bath. Wear loose-fitting clothes while the skin heals itself. Pain relievers can reduce pain.
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Second & Third Degree Burns
Definition
Blistering, or even blackening of the skin can happen in second or third degree burn.
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Second & Third Degree Burns - Part 2
Definition
First, cool the burn injury with cotton or soft, wet material. Sterile dressing should be applied. If not, put clean cloth material over the burn site injury. Tape the bandaging onto the skin so that it stays stuck on the skin.
Term
Heat Exhaustion
Definition
Removie them from the heated environment, and take off all clothing that will retain heat in the body. Make them drink.
Term
Heat Exhaustion 2
Definition
Apply cold compresses to the forehead area, and even wet down the body to keep the body hydrated.
Term
Frostbite
Definition
Place the skin in warm water, and then wrap it with sterile gauze. A visit to the doctor would be a good idea.
Term
Sprained Wrist
Definition
Raise the sprained wrist above the heart to help blood circulation. Ice can help reduce pain. Apply pressure and a bandage to support the sprain.
Term
Sprained Ankle
Definition
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