S-130 First Aid 2

Question 1

A firefighter is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling for help, what is the FIRST action you should take?

Accepted Answer

Begin chest compressions

Answer

Current CPR guidelines prioritize starting chest compressions immediately before attempting rescue breaths.

Question 2

Which symptom most strongly indicates a firefighter is experiencing heat stroke rather than heat exhaustion?

Accepted Answer

Altered mental status or confusion

Answer

Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency characterized by altered mental status, confusion, or loss of consciousness.

Question 3

When treating a deep puncture wound in the field, you should:

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure and cover with a sterile dressing

Answer

Apply direct pressure and cover the wound; do not probe or remove embedded objects, as this can worsen bleeding.

Question 4

A crew member has a suspected spinal injury after a fall. The safest initial action is to:

Accepted Answer

Keep the head and neck immobilized and wait for EMS

Answer

Suspected spinal injuries require immobilization of the head and neck until trained EMS personnel arrive.

Question 5

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR performed by a single rescuer?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 2 breaths

Answer

The American Heart Association recommends a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR.

(S-130) Wildland Firefighting Training Certification Practice Test