First Aid: Wounds, Burns and Shock Flashcards

Which of these is a sign of an arterial bleed?

Answer: Bright red blood spurting with each heartbeat

Arterial bleeding produces bright red blood that spurts in rhythm with the heartbeat.

What is the 'rule of nines' used to estimate in burn victims?

Answer: The percentage of body surface area burned

The rule of nines estimates the percentage of total body surface area affected by burns.

A victim feels faint, weak, and is breathing rapidly after an injury. These are signs of what?

Answer: Developing shock

Weakness, faintness, and rapid breathing are common early signs of developing shock.

How should you treat a burn that has blisters (second-degree)?

Answer: Cool it, cover loosely with sterile dressing, and don't break blisters

Cool the burn, cover it loosely with a sterile dressing, and leave blisters intact to prevent infection.

What should you do if a wound shows signs of infection days later, such as increasing redness, warmth, and pus?

Answer: Seek medical attention

Spreading redness, warmth, and pus indicate infection requiring medical attention.

Which action helps prevent shock in a seriously injured but conscious person?

Answer: Controlling bleeding, keeping them calm and warm

Controlling bleeding and keeping the person calm and warm helps prevent or limit shock.

Why should electrical burns be evaluated by medical professionals even if they look minor?

Answer: Internal tissue damage and heart rhythm problems may not be visible

Electrical burns can cause hidden internal damage and dangerous heart rhythm disturbances.