First Aid Practice Test: Video 1 Answers (25 Questions)

Question 1

Which type of wound has the highest risk of infection due to bacteria introduced at the time of injury?

Accepted Answer

Animal bite wound

Answer

Animal bites introduce bacteria deep into tissue and carry the highest infection risk, including rabies.

Question 2

Which of the following is the first and most important step in managing a minor cut or scrape?

Accepted Answer

Stopping the bleeding.

Answer

For any wound, the immediate priority is to control and stop the bleeding. This is typically done by applying gentle, direct pressure with a clean cloth or bandage.

Question 3

A hiker has a wound that occurred 2 days ago and now shows redness spreading from the edges, warmth, and pus. These are signs of:

Accepted Answer

Wound infection requiring medical evaluation

Answer

Spreading erythema, warmth, and purulent discharge after 48 hours indicate wound infection requiring medical treatment, possibly antibiotics.

Question 4

What does the term 'ecchymosis' refer to in wound assessment?

Accepted Answer

Bruising caused by blood leaking into surrounding tissue

Answer

Ecchymosis is the medical term for bruising — discoloration caused by blood from damaged vessels spreading under the skin.

Question 5

A child scrapes their knee on asphalt. Which action is most important when cleaning this abrasion?

Accepted Answer

Gently remove debris and rinse with clean water

Answer

Rinsing with clean water removes debris and bacteria; hydrogen peroxide can damage tissue and delay healing.