DGT Emergency Procedures & First Aid 2

Question 1

When approaching a traffic accident scene, what is the FIRST action you should take before exiting your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Park safely away from the scene and turn on hazard lights

Answer

You must park safely and activate hazard lights before exiting to avoid becoming an additional victim.

Question 2

A person is unconscious after a crash but is breathing normally. How should you position them?

Accepted Answer

Recovery position on their side

Answer

The recovery (lateral) position keeps the airway open and allows fluids to drain, preventing choking in unconscious but breathing patients.

Question 3

You witness a driver collapse at the wheel and the vehicle stops. The victim has no pulse. What should you do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Call emergency services (911)

Answer

Calling 911 first ensures professional help is dispatched while you prepare to begin CPR.

Question 4

At night, your vehicle breaks down on a highway. How far behind the vehicle should warning triangles be placed?

Accepted Answer

At least 300 feet

Answer

Warning triangles should be placed at least 300 feet behind a disabled vehicle on a highway to give approaching drivers adequate warning.

Question 5

A passenger has a deep laceration that is bleeding heavily. What is the correct immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Apply firm direct pressure with a clean cloth

Answer

Direct pressure with a clean cloth is the primary method to control severe bleeding before emergency services arrive.

(DGT) Directorate-General for Traffic Test Practice Test