Life Saver Pro Slides
American Red Cross Protocol
LIFE SAVER
PRO
Essential First Aid & Emergency Response
Mission Objectives
01
Build the ultimate first-aid kit for any situation.
02
Master the Red Cross "Check-Call-Care" response steps.
03
Expertly treat wounds, bites, stings, and burns.
04
Respond to life-threatening emergencies with CPR & AED.
Vocabulary Focus
FIRST AID
Treatment given in the first moments after an accident or injury, usually before medical professionals arrive.
Vocab Alert
Medical Emergency
An urgent, life-threatening situation that requires immediate professional medical attention.
The Emergency Action Steps
1
CHECK
The scene and the person.
2
CALL
9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
3
CARE
For the person based on what you find.
Step 1: Check
Safety First
Is it safe?
Check for fire, toxic gas, traffic, or wires.
What happened?
Look for clues like empty pill bottles or stairs.
How many people?
Look for others who might be injured.
Are they responsive?
Shout and tap the shoulder (or foot for infants).
Step 2: Call
When you call 9-1-1, stay calm and provide clear information to the dispatcher.
The exact location
What happened
Number of victims
The person's condition
NEVER HANG UP FIRST!
Step 3: Care
Standard Precautions
"Infection control practices used to prevent the spread of disease during first aid."
Wear Gloves
Use Breathing Barriers
First-Aid Kit
A collection of necessary items to treat minor injuries and stabilize major ones.
Must-Have Kit Essentials
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Adhesives (Band-Aids)
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Sterile Gauze Pads
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Adhesive Tape
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Triangular Bandages
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Antiseptic Wipes
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Disposable Gloves
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Scissors & Tweezers
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Instant Cold Packs
Cuts & Scrapes
01
Apply Direct Pressure to stop bleeding.
02
Wash with Soap and Water (for 5 minutes).
03
Apply Antibiotic Ointment and Bandage.
Puncture Wounds
Risk: High Infection Potential
• Do not remove large impaled objects.
• Clean only small punctures carefully.
• Seek medical help (Tetanus risk!).
SEVERE BLEEDING
CRITICAL ACTION:
Apply firm, steady direct pressure with a sterile dressing until EMS arrives.
Do not lift the dressing to check if bleeding has stopped.
When to Use a Tourniquet?
- Life-threatening bleeding from an arm or leg.
- Pressure alone is not enough.
- Multiple victims (triage).
Burn Assessment
1st Degree
Superficial. Redness and pain. (Example: Sunburn)
2nd Degree
Partial thickness. Blisters and intense pain.
3rd Degree
Full thickness. Charred or white skin. Emergency!
First Aid for Burns
COOL with cool running water (10+ min).
COVER loosely with sterile dressing.
NEVER use ice, butter, or ointments.
Bites & Stings
Insect Stings
- • Scrape away stinger (don't squeeze).
- • Wash with soap and water.
- • Apply cold pack for swelling.
- • Watch for allergic reactions.
Animal Bites
- • Clean with soap and water.
- • Control bleeding with pressure.
- • Seek medical care (Rabies risk).
- • Report bite to authorities.
Vocab: Medical Emergency
Anaphylaxis
A severe allergic response in which fluid fills the lungs and air passages narrow, restricting breathing.
CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY
Use EpiPen if available.
Five-and-Five Method
How to respond to a choking adult or child.
5
BACK BLOWS
5
ABDOMINAL THRUSTS
Vocabulary
SHOCK
"A life-threatening condition in which the vital organs do not receive enough blood and oxygen."
Treatment: Lay them flat, keep them warm, and CALL 9-1-1.
Life-Saving Skill
CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
An emergency procedure using chest compressions and sometimes rescue breathing to restore heartbeat.
Cycle: 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths.
How to perform CPR
Push Hard
Compress at least 2 inches deep.
Push Fast
100 to 120 compressions per minute.
Think: "Stayin' Alive" beat.
Essential Tech
AED
Automated External Defibrillator
A device that delivers a controlled, precise shock to the heart to restore a person's heartbeat.
The Survival Chain
Recognize
Call 911
High-Quality CPR
AED Use
Ready to Save Lives?
"The best first aid is prepared first aid. Know the steps, stay calm, and act fast."
Check
Call
Care
Life Saver Pro Answer Key
Life Saver Pro
Teacher Answer Key
Unit
First Aid Essentials
1. Vocabulary Master List
C First Aid: Treatment given in the first moments after injury.
E Shock: Organs lack blood/oxygen; life-threatening.
A Anaphylaxis: Severe allergy; airways narrow, lungs fill.
B AED: Device delivering controlled shock to heart.
D CPR: Chest compressions/rescue breathing procedure.
F Medical Emergency: Urgent, life-threatening situation.
G First-Aid Kit: Collection of necessary injury treatment items.
H Standard Precautions: Infection control practices (gloves, etc.).
I Five-and-Five: Choking response (5 back blows, 5 abdominal thrusts).
2. Action Steps (Check-Call-Care)
01. CHECK
Check scene for safety and victim for responsiveness.
02. CALL
Call 9-1-1. Provide location and nature of emergency.
03. CARE
Provide aid (pressure, CPR) until EMS arrive.
3. Kit Items
Any 4: Band-Aids, Gauze, Tape, Gloves, Wipes, Cold Packs.
4. Scenarios
Burn: Cool with water (10m), cover loosely.
Choking: Five back blows, five abdominal thrusts.
5. CPR Stats
Depth
2+ inches
Rate
100-120 bpm
Ratio
30 : 2
Life Saver Case Files Worksheet
Classified
Dispatch Incident Logs
Life Saver Case Files
Agent:
Date:
Field Instructions:
Determine the correct Check-Call-Care sequence for each case. Be specific with Care protocols.
Case File #001: Cafeteria Crisis (Choking) HIGH PRIORITY
"A student is clutching their throat and cannot speak, breathe, or cough. They are turning blue."
Check
Call
Care
Case File #002: Picnic Peril (Anaphylaxis) URGENT
"A friend is stung by a bee. Within minutes, their face swells, and they are struggling to breathe."
Check
Call
Care
Case File #003: Workshop Wound (Puncture) STANDARD
"A person steps on a rusty nail that is still stuck in their foot. They are in pain but conscious."
Check
Call
Care
Life Saver Case Files Answer Key
Official Instructor Key
Case File Solutions
Protocol
Red Cross
Case #001: Choking crisis
Check: Verify choking (can't breathe/cough). Ensure scene safety.
Call: Direct someone to call 9-1-1 immediately.
Care: Five-and-Five Method: 5 back blows then 5 abdominal thrusts.
Case #002: Anaphylaxis
Check: Check for respiratory distress and facial swelling.
Call: 9-1-1 immediately. This is a severe medical emergency.
Care: Assist with Epinephrine (EpiPen). Monitor breathing and shock.
Case #003: Impaled Puncture
Check: Scene safety. Observe rusty nail embedded in foot.
Call: 9-1-1 or contact professional medical facility.
Care: STABILIZE OBJECT. Do not remove. Apply pressure around the nail.
Instructor Evaluation Notes
- Airway First: Anaphylaxis and choking are primary life-threatening events.
- Hemorrhage Risk: Removing an impaled object can cause catastrophic bleeding.
- Documentation: Remind students to provide accurate logs for paramedics.
