First Aid: American Red Cross (CPR) CH. 1 | 100% Correct Answers | Verified | Latest 2024 Version
What are the 4 actions you can take to make a difference in the outcome of an injured/ill person? - Recognize- that emergency exists Decide- to take action Activate- emergency medical services (EMS) Give Care- by your knowledge and level of training until EMS arrives Why are lay responders rarely sued for helping in an emergency? - they are protected under the Good Samaritan Law What is the Good Samaritan Law? - laws that help to protect people who voluntarily give care in emergency situations What is the most important thing to do before giving care? - Obtain consent How do you activate the EMS system? - call 9-1-1, or the designated emergency number What are some life-threatening conditions? - unresponsiveness altered level of consciousness breathing problems severe external bleeding, vomiting, or passing blood symptoms of serve medical conditions (heart attack, stroke, etc.) severe burns head, neck, or spinal injuries
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