UK PCV Theory Test Emergency and First Aid 1

Question 1

A passenger on your bus shows sudden facial drooping on one side, weakness in one arm, and slurred speech. What condition do you suspect and what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Suspect a stroke; call 999 immediately and do not give them anything to eat or drink

Answer

The FAST acronym (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 999) identifies a stroke. Strokes are time-critical medical emergencies — calling 999 immediately is essential, and nothing should be given by mouth as the passenger may lose the ability to swallow.

Question 2

A passenger is choking and cannot cough, speak, or breathe. What is the correct first-aid sequence to follow?

Accepted Answer

Give up to 5 back blows between the shoulder blades, then up to 5 abdominal thrusts, and repeat the cycle

Answer

For a conscious adult who is severely choking, the correct sequence is up to 5 firm back blows followed by up to 5 abdominal thrusts (Heimlich manoeuvre), cycling until the obstruction clears or the person becomes unconscious, at which point you call 999 and begin CPR.

Question 3

A passenger collapses and you suspect anaphylaxis after they mention a severe nut allergy. Which sign would MOST strongly confirm anaphylaxis?

Accepted Answer

Swelling of the throat, difficulty breathing, and a rapid weak pulse

Answer

Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. Throat swelling (causing airway obstruction), difficulty breathing, and a rapid weak pulse (signs of circulatory shock) are classic indicators. Calling 999 immediately and using an adrenaline auto-injector (EpiPen) if available are the priority actions.

Question 4

A passenger with diabetes becomes confused, sweaty, and shaky during your journey. They are still conscious. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Give them a sugary drink or glucose tablets if they can swallow safely, and call 999 if they do not improve

Answer

The symptoms describe hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). If the passenger is conscious and can swallow safely, giving a fast-acting sugar source — such as a sugary drink or glucose tablets — can quickly raise blood sugar levels. If they do not improve or lose consciousness, 999 must be called.

Question 5

A passenger has an epileptic seizure on your bus. What should you do during the seizure?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area around them of hard objects and time the seizure duration

Answer

During a seizure you should never restrain the person or put anything in their mouth. The correct action is to protect them from injury by clearing hard or sharp objects nearby, cushion their head if possible, and time the seizure. Call 999 if it lasts more than 5 minutes or they do not recover consciousness.

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UK PCV Theory Test Emergency and First Aid 1