Accidents, First Aid & Emergency Procedures Flashcards

A motorcyclist is involved in a collision and is unconscious. When should their helmet be removed?

Answer: Only if they are not breathing or the airway is obstructed

A helmet should only be removed if the casualty is not breathing or the airway is blocked, and only by someone trained to do so, to avoid spinal injury.

How long should a burn be cooled under cool running water?

Answer: 20 minutes

UK first aid guidelines recommend cooling a burn under cool running water for at least 20 minutes to reduce tissue damage.

What does AED stand for?

Answer: Automated External Defibrillator

AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator — a portable device that analyses heart rhythm and delivers a shock if needed.

Someone is having an epileptic seizure. What should you do?

Answer: Time the seizure and protect them from injury

You should protect the person from injury, time the seizure, and place them in the recovery position once it stops — never restrain them or put anything in their mouth.

What is the PRIMARY purpose of placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position?

Answer: To prevent the airway from becoming blocked

The recovery position tilts the head to keep the airway open and allows fluids such as vomit to drain away, preventing asphyxiation.

What is the most effective first aid measure to control severe external bleeding?

Answer: Apply firm direct pressure to the wound

Firm, sustained direct pressure on the wound is the primary method to control bleeding, promoting clotting and reducing blood loss.

A casualty is suffering from hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and is conscious. What should you do?

Answer: Give them something sugary to eat or drink

Giving a conscious casualty with hypoglycaemia a sugary food or drink quickly raises blood glucose levels and can rapidly improve their condition.