FIRST AID: SUDDEN ILLNESSES QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

What are General Signs and Symptoms of Sudden Illness? Correct Answer Changes in level of consciousness Headache, dizziness, weakness Nausea or vomiting Change in breathing, pulse, skin color, or temperature What are Common Sudden Illnesses? Correct Answer -Fainting -Diabetic emergencies -Seizures -Stroke -Allergic Reactions & Poisoning -Heart attack How do you Care for Sudden Illness? Correct Answer -Do no harm -Monitor breathing and consciousness -Check head to toe for other injuries -Reassure the victim -Care for shock; keep the victim from getting chilled or overheated. -Call EMS personnel, if needed. Fainting? Correct Answer Signs & Symptoms -Change in level of consciousness -Shock like signs and symptom -Looking and feeling ill Care -Position the person on a flat surface -Elevate the legs -Monitor breathing and consciousness -Loosen clothing -Call 9-1-1 as needed Diabetic Emergencies Correct Answer Signs and Symptoms -Change in level of consciousness -Irregular breathing/abnormal heartbeat (pulse) -Looking and feeling ill Care -Care for any life-threatening conditions -If the victim is conscious, give a substance containing sugar -Keep the victim from getting chilled or overheated -Call 9-1-1 as needed