Emergency and First Aid Flashcards

A passenger has a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) on your bus. What are the key signs?

Answer: Difficulty breathing, swelling of the face/throat, widespread rash, and feeling faint or collapsing

Anaphylaxis involves systemic symptoms including breathing difficulty, swelling, rash, and potential collapse.

When should you place an unconscious but breathing casualty into the recovery position?

Answer: When they are unconscious but breathing normally and you do not suspect a spinal injury

An unconscious person who is breathing should be placed in the recovery position to keep the airway clear.

A passenger is having a diabetic emergency and appears confused and sweaty. What first aid should you provide?

Answer: If they are conscious, give them a sugary drink or glucose tablets

Confusion and sweating suggest low blood sugar. Giving sugar to a conscious person helps restore blood glucose levels.

What type of fire extinguisher should NOT be used on an electrical fire?

Answer: Water extinguisher

Water conducts electricity and must never be used on electrical fires.

A passenger has been stung by a bee and tells you they are allergic. They are showing no serious symptoms yet. What should you do?

Answer: Help them take any prescribed antihistamine, monitor closely for signs of anaphylaxis, and have their EpiPen ready

For a known allergy, help with prescribed medication, monitor closely, and be prepared for anaphylaxis.

What should a PCV driver do if a passenger has a seizure on the bus?

Answer: Protect them from injury by moving hard objects away, time the seizure, and call 999 if it lasts more than 5 minutes

Protect the person from injury, do not restrain them, time the seizure, and seek emergency help if it lasts over 5 minutes.