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What is "check the scene for safety"?
This is the first step you should take before helping someone in an emergency.
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What is CPR Cardio Pulmanary Resuscitation
This emergency lifesaving procedure is performed when the heart stops beating
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What is "apply direct pressure"?
This is the first thing you should do to control bleeding from a wound.
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What is "Evacuate The Building"
This must happen when the fire alarm goes off
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What is "an automated external defibrillator (AED)"?
This device can deliver a shock to restart the heart and often gives voice instructions for use.
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What is the law that protects first aiders
Good Samaritan Act
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What is "30"?
This is the universal number of chest compressions you perform in one cycle of adult CPR.
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What is "immobilize the area and prevent movement"?
This is the first action to take if you suspect someone has a broken bone.
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What is the Stairwell?
The ideal place of a tornado safe zone because it is completely enclosed.
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What is "turn on the AED"?
The first step when using an AED on an unresponsive person.
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Why does a first aider put on gloves and a mask?
To protect yourself and the victim
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What is "Stayin’ Alive"?
The song commonly used to maintain the correct compression rhythm of 100–120 beats per minute.
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What is "check for responsiveness and breathing"?
This is the first step when you find someone unresponsive.
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What is "Safe Zone in case of fire"?
Centennial Plaza or In Front of Transit Center Parking Garage
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What are "one pad on the upper right chest and one on the lower left side of the chest"?
The two locations where AED pads are typically placed on the body.
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What is "call 911 or activate emergency services"?
This is the first thing you should do when you find someone unresponsive and not breathing.
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What is "2 to 2.4 inches (5 to 6 cm)"?
The ideal depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR.
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What is "Apply another dressing on top of the old one"?
When a wound continues to bleed through a dressing, you should do this.
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What is "Run, Hide, Fight"?
Guidelines for an active shooter situation
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What is "Stand clear"?
This is the warning you give before delivering a shock with an AED.
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When is consent assumed?
By asking permission or the patient goes unconscious
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What does AED stand for?
Automatic External Defibulator
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What is "the Heimlich maneuver"?
This maneuver is used to help a choking adult who cannot cough, speak, or breathe.
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What is "Dining Room Entrance"?
Location to meet Fire Dept/EMS personnel
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What is "the heart's rhythm"?
The AED analyzes this to determine if a shock is needed.
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