Dallah Test First Aid and Emergencies

Question 1

What is the emergency number to call for traffic accidents in Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

999

Answer

The unified emergency number in Saudi Arabia is 999 for traffic/police emergencies. The number 997 is for ambulance services, and 998 is for civil defense/fire. However, 911 is now also active as a unified emergency number in Saudi Arabia.

Question 2

What is the first action you should take at the scene of a road accident?

Accepted Answer

Ensure your own safety and the safety of the scene before approaching casualties

Answer

Your first priority at an accident scene is ensuring safety: park safely away from the scene, activate hazard lights, assess for hazards (fire, fuel leak, live traffic), and warn approaching vehicles before providing assistance to casualties.

Question 3

If a vehicle catches fire while driving, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Pull over safely, turn off the engine, evacuate all occupants away from the vehicle, and call emergency services

Answer

In a vehicle fire: safely pull over, turn off the engine (stops fuel flow), evacuate everyone at least 30 meters away (risk of explosion), call 998 (fire) and 997 (ambulance). Use a fire extinguisher only if the fire is small and you can do so safely.

Question 4

What is the correct position for an unconscious but breathing accident victim?

Accepted Answer

Recovery position (on their side) to keep the airway clear

Answer

An unconscious breathing person should be placed in the recovery position (on their side) to prevent choking on vomit or saliva and keep the airway open. Do not move them if spinal injury is suspected unless they are in immediate danger.

Question 5

What is the most common cause of road deaths in Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Excessive speeding

Answer

Excessive speeding is consistently the leading cause of road fatalities in Saudi Arabia. Saudi traffic authorities emphasize speed management through the Saher system, speed limits, and public awareness campaigns to reduce speed-related deaths.

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Dallah Test First Aid and Emergencies