OFA Wound Care & Bleeding Control 4

Question 1

What does the acronym 'RICE' stand for in managing soft-tissue injuries such as contusions?

Accepted Answer

Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Answer

RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is the standard first-aid protocol for managing soft-tissue injuries to reduce swelling and pain.

Question 2

What is an avulsion injury?

Accepted Answer

Tissue that is torn partially or completely away from the body

Answer

An avulsion is a traumatic tearing away of skin or deeper tissue, sometimes leaving a flap attached; avulsed tissue should be preserved if possible.

Question 3

When a partially avulsed piece of skin or tissue is present, what should the first aider do with it?

Accepted Answer

Gently reposition the flap and cover with a moist sterile dressing

Answer

Partially avulsed tissue may be reattached surgically; repositioning it gently and keeping it moist preserves viability during transport.

Question 4

Internal bleeding is suspected after a worker is struck in the abdomen. Which sign would NOT typically indicate internal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Visible spurting blood from the abdomen

Answer

Internal bleeding occurs inside the body, so there is no visible external spurting blood; signs are systemic (shock symptoms) and localized (abdominal rigidity).

Question 5

What is the recommended first-aid position for a victim suspected of having internal abdominal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Lying flat with knees bent (semi-flexed) to relax abdominal muscles

Answer

Lying flat with knees bent reduces tension on the abdominal wall, making the victim more comfortable and potentially reducing further injury.

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

OFA Wound Care & Bleeding Control 4