PEWS 222 Chapter one Exam Questions And

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Barriers to action

1. Bystander effect

2. Fear of not knowing what to do

3. Uncertainty about the victim

4. Fear of disease transmission

5. Fear of being sued

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

1. Gloves

2. Breathing barriers

3. Protective glasses

4. Surgical gowns

Consent

- Before you start First Aid on a victim you must get consent from them.

- Every person has the right to refuse care

There are two kinds of consent that need to occur:

1. Informed consent: Identify yourself by name, level of training, and brief description of

what you plan to do. (Graciously ask permission at the end Ex."May I do that?")

2. Expressed consent: Yes or no affirmative head nod (or verbal yes/no)