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Shock victims should be wrapped snugly and kept warm. It is best to move ther person as little as possible to make sure that you do not cause further damage. Compress any open wounds, and get real medical care as quickly as possible.
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∙ 12y agoSomeone having a seizure should be placed on their side so they don't choke on their vomit, if they happen to vomit. The next step is to make sure that the seizure victim isn't near any thing that could injure them if they happened to jolt into it. As trivial as it may seem, try to note how long the seizure is, as it may help note what kind of seizure it is. A common misunderstanding is people holding seizure victim's tongue down. This is a great way to get your finger bitten, but it does nothing in the way of helping the seizure, but as before, make sure they're on their side. People having a seizure are incapable of swallowing their tongue. If the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes call 911 immediately. Lastly do not give them any medication, water, or food until they are fully aware.
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Shock victim may have cool and pale?
One of the signs and symptoms of a shock victim is that they are usually cool and pale. It is usually important to take them to a place where there is free circulation of air.
When a victim is in shock place them on their what to improve the circulation of the blood?
you have to cut off thier genitals and make them eat them
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.
If the victim is breathing normally after 1 shock of the AED what should you do?
Leave the AED attached and place the victim in the recovery position by rolling them onto their (preferebly left) side.
What will happen if you touch a person while the AED is delivering a shock?
The person touching the victim will also receive an electric shock (not as powerful as the victim but a shock none the less).
What might happen if you touch the victim when AED is delivering a shock?
If you touch the victim while an AED is delivering a shock, you too will receive a shock.
Why must a rescuer clear the victim prior to pushing the shock buttom on an AED?
So no other person but the victim gets the shock.
What causes Electric shock injuries?
Electric shock injuries are caused by lightning or electric current from a mechanical source passing through the body
What is the biggest advantage to using a litter in transporting a victim?
The victim is less likely to aggravate existing injuries The victim is less likely to have his or her injuries made worse by movement across rough terrain. Also, depending on the circumstances, a litter makes a victim far easier to transport. * Stabilization of the victim's spine. * Ability to easily move the victim into shock and recovery positions. * Safety of the victim and rescue team. * The ability to move the victim in all 3 dimensions without significant risk of losing control of the victim * Control of the incognizant patient.
If a victim in shock is feeling cold is it a good idea to give him or her a drink of warm water?
no, never give a patent water ( exception to heat stroke or dehidration) a warm coat is a better alternative.
What can be vacant and shallow when a victim is in shock?
breathing
How do you treat a victim from a tornado?
It depends on their injuries. Treat them the same as you would any other trauma patient- stabilize their head and neck, splint any broken bones, treat for bleeding and/or shock, etc.
