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Why can't you use water to put out electrical fire?
Water is a conductor of electricity, using water on an electric fire may result in electric shock, so the person putting on the water might be electrocuted as would any bystanders.
Why is water use to generate electricity but give shock when you touch any appliances with wet hand?
Water is a cheap source of generating Electrical Energy, But touching any electrical appliance with a wet hands is very dangerous because water is a very good conductor. so yo may have shock if you touch.
Should you give a cat cold water or warm water?
It may be best to give kittens water that is room temperature. Kittens may have trouble drinking very cold water as it would be a shock to their systems.
Why is it important to stand clear and not touch the person before analyzing?
Because the AED may pick up the persons rhythm who is touching the patient and not shock when a shock is required.
Is Chase Cheadle a person?
Yes, my name is Chase Cheadle... and it may shock you I'm a girl lol ...
How do you heat water using an iron?
Please don't. Irons are not submersible and you may get an electric shock from attempting to heat water with one.
How can you give water to the thirsty?
Give water to drink. You may give small quantities in installments if that is necessary.
What are the vital sign of a person experiencing shock?
The heart rate is typically rapid and fluttery. The skin may be pale and clammy. The person may be cool to the touch, and they may be disoriented and confused. Respiration would be rapid and shallow.
What is the doctor's role in an elective cardioversion?
The doctor will apply two paddles to the exterior of the chest and administer the electric shock. It may be necessary to give the shock two or three times to obtain normal rhythm.
Why is important that no once touches the victim when administering a shock with an aed?
So the electric currents from the AED do not transfer from the victim to yourself, thus, you yourself becoming a victim of shock if exposed to the currents.
Why should you not poke a knife into a plugged in toaster to clear out the crumbs?
may cause electrocution -electric shock to person using knife
You suspect that an injured person may be suffering from shock What are the warning signs to look for?
Sweating
