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1. The steps to follow in an emergency are:. Check-Call-Care Call-Check-Secure Check-Care-Defibrillate Early Access-Early CPR-Early recognition.
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1. The steps to follow in an emergency are: Check-Call-Care Call-Check-Secure Check-Care-Defibrillate Early Access-Early CPR-Early recognition
2. You see a co-worker collapse. You check the scene and then check the victim for consciousness, but she does not respond. What should you do next? Call, or have a co-worker call 911 or the workplace emergency number. Give 2 rescue breaths Check for a pulse Move the victim.
3. A co-worker has fallen to the ground and has been shaking uncontrollably for at least 5 minutes. Which if the following is the most appropriate to care for this victim? Clear the area of objects that may injure the co-worker and have someone call 911 or the workplace emergency number. Try to prevent the victim from swallowing his tongue by placing your fingers in his mouth. Try to give the victim some sugar. Hold the victim down.
4. The sling that you apply to an injured co-workers arm should be - Loose, so that the victim can move the arm around. Snug, but so tight it slows circulation. Tied off directly over the injured area None of the above
5. You determine that a victim is in shock. Which of the following should you NOT do for someone in shock? Keep the victim comfortable Give the victim water Monitor the victims ABC’s Raise the victims legs 12 inches.
6. On the way to a meeting, a co-worker collapse in front of you. When she regains consciousness she has difficulty speaking and one side of her face and body appear to be paralyzed. These signals lead you to believe your co-worker has - Had a stroke Had a diabetic emergency Had a seizure Been poisoned.
7. Your co-worker is bleeding severely. After putting on disposable gloves what is your first step in care? Press firmly against the wound with a dry sterile dressing. Apply pressure at the pressure point. Elevate the wound if there are no broken bones an you can do so without causing further pain. Let the wound bleed until it stops on its own.
8. You respond to an emergency and find four victims. Which victim should you care for first? A victim who is bleeding lightly from his/her thigh. A victim who is complaining of abdominal cramps. A victim who has a burn on his forearm. A victim who is unconscious.
9. A person is injured when a heavy object fell on him in the warehouse. You think he may be in shock. Which of the following signals indicate the victim may be in shock? Restlessness and Irritability. Pale or ashen, cool, moist skin Nausea and vomiting All of the above
10. A co-worker has injured his ankle in the warehouse. It seems to be a sprain, and another co-worker wants to drive him to a nearby clinic to have it examined by a doctor. You should immobilize the ankle - Because movement during transportation could cause more injury. After it is examined by the doctor. Only if you can do so without causing more pain or discomfort to the victim. A and C
11. You come upon a scene where someone seems to be hurt. Why should you check the scene before approaching the victim? To find out what happened and how many victims there are. To see if there are any bystanders who can help. To ensure your own safety All of the above.
12. What care should you give to a co-worker with frost-bitten hands? Immerse his hand in hot water. Massage his hand vigorously. Have the victim shake his hands vigorously until feeling is restore. Rewarm hand in warm water.
13. A co-worker has been injured and is conscious. You should - Talk to her/him and find out what happened. Ask her/him to walk to the first aid station. Check her/him for life threatening conditions or conditions that may become life threatening. A and C
14. It is a hot summer day, and you have been working outside. You may be suffering from heat exhaustion because he is sweating profusely and looks pale. Your care should include - Having the victim take a salt tablet. Rapidly transporting the victim to an medical facility. Removing him from the heat and giving him a cool drink of water if he is conscious. Vigorously massage the victim.
15. A co-worker burned her hand in the office lunchroom when she touched a stove burner she did not realize was hot. There are burns with blisters across the palm and several fingers. You are present in the room when this happens. What care should you give first? Cool the burn with large amounts of cool water. Cover the burn with a dry sterile dressing. Blow on the burn to cool it off, or have her wave her hand in the air. Apply some ointment or grease to the burn.
16. You begin to care for a victim of a heat-related emergency, but she becomes unconscious. What should you do first? Be sure 911 or the workplace emergency number has been called. Monitor the victim’s airway. Give the victim ice to eat. Pour water on her face to try to revive her.
17. You have bandaged a co-workers cut forearm in a way that applies pressure to the wound and a co-worker has called 911. Blood is soaking through the dressing and bandage. You help the man to elevate his arm in an attempt to stop the bleeding, but the bleeding continues. What should you do now? Remove the dressing and bandage and start over again with a tighter bandage. Apply a tourniquet around the arm above the wound. Apply additional dressings and bandages, and apply pressure on the inside of the arm midway between the shoulder and elbow. Go to the doctor because the is nothing else you can do.
18. You see someone on the ground in the parking lot who appears to be unconscious. After checking the scene for safety, what do you do next? Move the victim Check the victim by gently tapping him/her and shouting, “Are you O.K.? Give CPR Check for a pulse
19. How can you protect yourself from disease transmission? Avoid contacting the victims fluids Ask the victim first if he or she has any communicable diseases Use protective equipment such as disposable gloves and breathing barriers when giving care. A and C
20. You and a co-worker enter the lunchroom and find a person lying on the floor. You check the scene and then check the victim. Your co-worker is getting ready to move the victim onto a nearby sofa “to be more comfortable” and asks for your help. What should you do next? Help your co-worker move the victim. Start rescue breathing. Tell your co-worker not to move the victim since there is no immediate danger and moving the victim could cause further injury. Give the victim lots of water.