First Aid Principles 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As soon as EMS personnel arrive on scene

Answer

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.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

To identify and treat immediate life threats

Answer

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

Question 4

Which principle guides the order of first aid priorities?

Accepted Answer

Address life-threatening conditions before minor ones

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

The Good Samaritan Law

Answer

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

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First Aid Principles 2