First Aid First Aid Poisoning, Bites, and Stings Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first action you should take if someone has ingested a household chemical poison?

Accepted Answer

Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or 911

Answer

Calling Poison Control or 911 is the first step because professionals can provide specific guidance based on the substance ingested.

Question 2

Which symptom is a common sign of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Cherry-red skin and headache

Answer

Cherry-red skin and headache are classic signs of carbon monoxide poisoning due to the gas binding to hemoglobin.

Question 3

What should you do if someone is stung by a bee and shows signs of anaphylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Use an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen) and call 911

Answer

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction requiring epinephrine and immediate emergency services.

Question 4

How should you remove a bee stinger from the skin?

Accepted Answer

Scrape it away with a credit card or fingernail

Answer

Scraping the stinger sideways avoids squeezing the venom sac, which would inject more venom.

Question 5

What is the correct first aid response for a snakebite from a potentially venomous snake in the US?

Accepted Answer

Keep the victim calm, immobilize the limb, and call 911

Answer

Keeping the victim calm and calling 911 is correct; cutting, sucking, and tourniquets are outdated and harmful.

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