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  1. What does the acronym 'SAMPLE' stand for in patient assessment?

    Answer: Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent history, Last oral intake, Events

    SAMPLE is a mnemonic for gathering a patient history: Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent history, Last oral intake, and Events leading to the emergency.

  2. When should a first aider transfer care to emergency medical services (EMS)?

    Answer: As soon as EMS personnel arrive on scene

    A first aider should hand off care to EMS as soon as they arrive, providing a clear report of what happened and what interventions were performed.

  3. What is the primary purpose of the 'primary survey' in first aid?

    Answer: To identify and treat immediate life threats

    The primary survey rapidly identifies life-threatening conditions — such as airway obstruction, severe bleeding, or absent breathing — that require immediate intervention.

  4. Which principle guides the order of first aid priorities?

    Answer: Address life-threatening conditions before minor ones

    First aid follows a priority order: ensure scene safety, then address airway, breathing, circulation, and disability before treating less critical injuries.

  5. A bystander refuses to help an injured stranger because they fear legal consequences. Which law generally protects lay rescuers in most US states?

    Answer: The Good Samaritan Law

    Good Samaritan Laws protect volunteer rescuers from civil liability when they act in good faith and without gross negligence during an emergency.

  6. What does 'duty to act' mean in the context of first aid?

    Answer: Certain professionals are legally obligated to provide care within their scope

    Duty to act is a legal obligation held by certain individuals (e.g., lifeguards, EMTs) to provide care because of their role or prior relationship with the victim.

  7. Which statement best describes 'consent' in first aid?

    Answer: Implied consent applies to unconscious adults who cannot refuse care

    Implied consent assumes an unconscious or incapacitated adult would agree to life-saving care if they were able to do so.