First Aid First Aid Burns and Temperature Extremes Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

Which layer of skin is ONLY affected in a superficial (first-degree) burn?

Accepted Answer

Epidermis

Answer

Superficial (first-degree) burns affect only the outermost layer of skin, the epidermis, causing redness and minor pain without blistering.

Question 2

A hiker is found confused and disoriented with a core temperature of 95°F. This indicates:

Accepted Answer

Mild hypothermia

Answer

A core body temperature between 90–95°F with confusion and disorientation indicates mild hypothermia, requiring gentle rewarming and emergency medical care.

Question 3

What is the MOST important step when treating a victim of heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

Rapidly cool the body using ice packs, cool water immersion, or fans

Answer

Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency requiring rapid cooling of the body immediately, as prolonged high temperatures cause irreversible organ damage.

Question 4

The 'Rule of Nines' is used to:

Accepted Answer

Estimate the percentage of body surface area affected by a burn

Answer

The Rule of Nines divides the body into sections each representing 9% (or multiples of 9%) of total body surface area to estimate the extent of burn injury.

Question 5

Which of the following actions is CONTRAINDICATED when treating a burn victim?

Accepted Answer

Applying ice directly to the burned skin

Answer

Applying ice directly to a burn can cause frostbite and further tissue damage; cool (not cold or icy) running water is the appropriate cooling method.

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First Aid First Aid Burns and Temperature Extremes Questions and Answers 3