Identification should include the guidelines from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, in accordance with agency policy.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Where can a home health aide access the guidelines from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross?
- What is the first step in recognizing shock?
- What is the first step in responding to possible shock?
- What information should a home health aide gather for emergency personnel?
- What are some examples of behaviors that contraindicate foot elevation of a shock victim?