First Aid First Aid/Emergency 1

Question 1

A victim is bleeding severely from a wound on their forearm. The blood is dark red and flowing steadily. What is the most appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth

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Apply a tourniquet immediately above the wound

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Elevate the arm and rinse the wound with water

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Remove any embedded objects before applying pressure

Question 2

You suspect a victim is going into shock after a serious injury. Which set of signs and symptoms is most consistent with shock?

Accepted Answer

Pale or bluish skin, rapid weak pulse, confusion, and cool clammy skin

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Flushed skin, slow pulse, high blood pressure, alert mental status

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Warm dry skin, strong bounding pulse, and agitation

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Redness around the injury site, swelling, and localized pain only

Question 3

A person collapses outdoors on a hot day. Their skin is hot and dry, they are not sweating, and they are confused. What condition does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Heat stroke

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Heat exhaustion

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Hypothermia

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Dehydration cramps

Question 4

An unconscious adult is breathing normally and has a pulse. There is no suspected spinal injury. What is the most appropriate position to place them in while waiting for emergency services?

Accepted Answer

The recovery position (on their side)

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Flat on their back with legs elevated

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Sitting upright with head tilted back

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Face down with arms extended overhead

Question 5

A person with a known nut allergy suddenly develops hives, throat swelling, and difficulty breathing after eating. They have a prescribed epinephrine auto-injector. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Wait to see if symptoms improve on their own before acting

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Give them an antihistamine and have them lie down

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Administer the epinephrine auto-injector and call 911 immediately

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Have them drink water and loosen their clothing

Question 6

A conscious diabetic patient tells you they feel dizzy, shaky, and sweaty. They say their blood sugar may be low. What is the correct first aid action?

Accepted Answer

Give them a sugary drink or glucose tablets if they are able to swallow

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Have them lie down and withhold all food and drink until emergency services arrive

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Administer insulin to help regulate their blood sugar

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Apply a cold compress to their forehead and call 911