POST First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED: Module 4

Which of these are indicators of drug use or alcohol intoxication? - Answer - 1) Inability to follow simple commands 2) Diminished motor skills 3) Altered mental state You are assessing a victim who is acting confused and complains of being thirsty. You notice that his breath smells oddly sweet and his skin is red, warm and dry. Based on these indicators, what are the appropriate first aid measures? - Answer - 1) Activate EMS 2) Monitor and provide reassurance 3) Give him some orange juice You observe a man walking erratically on a busy street. As you approach, you notice he is sweating profusely and he responds aggressively when you ask if he is okay. He tells you that he is diabetic and is on his way to lunch and does not have his insulin. Based on these indicators, what are the appropriate first aid measures? - Answer - 1) Activate EMS 2) Monitor and provide reassurance 3) Give him orange juice A primary and secondary assessment of a victim indicates that they have experienced a stroke. Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for stroke? - Answer - 1) If conscious, elevate head and shoulders slightly (semi-sitting position) 2) Protect numb or paralyzed areas from possible injury 3) Reassure the victim 4) If unconscious, and if appropriate, place in recovery position on the affected side 5) Take precautions to prevent shock Which of the following are common indicators of cardiac emergency? - Answer - 1) Cool, moist, pale skin 2) Shortness of breath and irregular pulse 3) Unusual anxiety or irritability 4) Crushing, dull, or heavy persistent pain in the chest or radiating from the chest area An officer encounters a victim suffering from a severe allergic reaction. The victim indicates that she has an epinephrine auto-injector in her purse. What may the officer do? - Answer - The officer may assist the victim in administering the epinephrine. You come across a victim who is having an asthma attack and is having trouble using her inhaler. What should you do? - Answer - Assist victim in taking medication Which of the following should be done if you encounter a victim of an opioid overdose? - Answer - 1) Activate the EMS system