First Aid FREE First Aid Workplace Safety Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

A worker is experiencing a severe allergic reaction with throat swelling and difficulty breathing after a bee sting. What should be done FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Administer epinephrine (EpiPen) if available and call 911

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Apply a cold compress to the sting site

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Give the worker antihistamine tablets

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Have them sit quietly and monitor symptoms

Question 2

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151, in workplaces NOT in near-proximity to an infirmary or hospital, employers must ensure that a person trained in __________ is available.

Accepted Answer

First aid

Answer

Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)

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Emergency medical dispatch

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Occupational medicine

Question 3

A coworker has a suspected spinal injury after a fall. What is the MOST important first aid principle?

Accepted Answer

Do not move them unless they are in immediate danger

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Sit them upright to help them breathe

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Perform range-of-motion checks on the neck

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Have them walk to a safe area to assess injuries

Question 4

What does the acronym RICE stand for in the treatment of a soft tissue workplace injury?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

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Rotate, Immobilize, Cool, Elevate

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Reduce, Ice, Circulation, Exercise

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Rest, Immobilize, Compress, Examine

Question 5

When providing first aid for a worker with a suspected broken arm, you should __________.

Accepted Answer

Splint the limb in the position found and immobilize it

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Attempt to straighten the arm before splinting

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Apply heat to reduce pain and swelling

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Have the worker move the arm to check for range of motion

Question 6

A workplace first aid kit must be inspected __________ to ensure supplies are adequate and not expired, according to best practices.

Accepted Answer

At least quarterly

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Only after it is used

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Once per year

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Only when an OSHA inspector visits