CPD First Aid & Emergency Medical Response 3

Question 1

What is the proper field treatment for a victim with a suspected broken arm?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the arm in the position found and apply a splint

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Straighten the arm and wrap it tightly with a bandage

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Apply heat to the area to reduce pain and swelling

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Have the victim flex and extend the arm to assess range of motion

Question 2

When a victim has received an electric shock, what is the officer's FIRST action before providing aid?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the power source is turned off before approaching the victim

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Begin CPR immediately upon arrival

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Pour water on the victim to cool electrical burns

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Apply a tourniquet to any affected limbs

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a tourniquet in emergency medical response?

Accepted Answer

Controlling life-threatening hemorrhage from a limb

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Immobilizing suspected fractures in the field

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Supporting sprained joints during transport

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Monitoring a victim's pulse and circulation

Question 4

Which set of symptoms is most consistent with heat stroke in a victim?

Accepted Answer

Hot, dry or damp skin with confusion and a body temperature above 104°F

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Pale, clammy skin with heavy sweating and dizziness

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Shivering, goosebumps, and subnormal body temperature

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Blue lips, slow shallow breathing, and unresponsiveness

Question 5

In which scenario is the 'Hands-Only CPR' technique most appropriate for a trained officer to use?

Accepted Answer

Both when PPE is unavailable and when the officer is not trained in rescue breathing

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Only when performing CPR on a child victim

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When proper PPE for mouth-to-mouth contact is not available

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When the officer is unwilling to perform rescue breaths

Question 6

When responding to a suspected poisoning victim, what is the recommended first action for an officer?

Accepted Answer

Contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or 911 for guidance

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Induce vomiting immediately to remove the substance

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Give the victim milk or water to dilute the poison

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Have the victim drink large amounts of water to flush the system

Question 7

What is the correct ventilation method when using a bag-valve mask (BVM) on an adult victim during CPR?

Accepted Answer

Deliver one breath over 1 second, watching for chest rise, every 30 compressions

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Deliver breaths as rapidly as possible to maximize oxygen

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Give one breath every 3 seconds regardless of compressions

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Squeeze the bag firmly and continuously for 5 seconds per breath