First Aid Emergency 3

Question 1

A person is having a seizure. What should you NOT do?

Accepted Answer

Hold them down or restrain their movements

Answer

Never restrain someone during a seizure as this can cause injury; let the seizure run its course.

Question 2

After a seizure ends, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Place the person in the recovery position and stay with them

Answer

After a seizure, place the person on their side in the recovery position to protect their airway during the post-ictal phase.

Question 3

A worker has a chemical burn to the eye. What is the immediate first aid?

Accepted Answer

Flush the eye with clean water for at least 15–20 minutes

Answer

Chemical eye burns require immediate and prolonged flushing with clean water for at least 15–20 minutes.

Question 4

What is the primary goal of first aid in a heat stroke emergency?

Accepted Answer

Cool the victim rapidly by any means available

Answer

Rapid cooling is the priority in heat stroke to prevent brain damage and organ failure.

Question 5

A person is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. You are alone. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 (or shout for someone to call) and then begin CPR

Answer

Call 911 immediately (or direct someone else to call) before starting CPR to activate advanced medical help.

First Aid Practice Test