How to administer basic first aid
  • 1. What is the first step in administering first aid?
A) Ask the person what happened
B) Start CPR immediately
C) Call 911
D) Ensure the scene is safe
  • 2. What does CPR stand for?
A) Cardiac Pulmonary Response
B) Cardio Pressure Recovery
C) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
D) Critical Pulmonary Relief
  • 3. What is the compression rate for CPR?
A) 120-140 compressions per minute
B) 60-80 compressions per minute
C) 80-100 compressions per minute
D) 100-120 compressions per minute
  • 4. What is the depth of chest compressions for an adult?
A) 1.5 inches
B) 0.5 inches
C) At least 2 inches
D) 1 inch
  • 5. What is the ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR?
A) 30 compressions to 2 breaths
B) 30 compressions to 1 breath
C) 15 compressions to 2 breaths
D) 20 compressions to 2 breaths
  • 6. How do you treat a minor burn?
A) Pop any blisters
B) Apply butter to the burn
C) Apply ice directly to the burn
D) Run cool water over the burn
  • 7. What is the first step in treating a nosebleed?
A) Pack the nose with gauze immediately
B) Pinch the soft part of the nose
C) Tilt the head back
D) Lie the person down
  • 8. What is the recovery position used for?
A) To stop bleeding
B) To stabilize a broken bone
C) To treat a burn
D) To keep the airway open
  • 9. How do you treat a sprain?
A) RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
B) Heat, Massage, Compression, Exercise
C) Rest, Ice, Exercise, Elevation
D) Massage, Heat, Elevation, Rest
  • 10. What is the universal sign for choking?
A) Lying down
B) Pointing to the chest
C) Hands clutching the throat
D) Waving arms wildly
  • 11. How do you perform the Heimlich maneuver on a conscious adult?
A) Chest thrusts only
B) Back blows only
C) Abdominal thrusts above the navel
D) Gentle pats on the back
  • 12. What is anaphylaxis?
A) A common cold
B) A mild rash
C) A severe allergic reaction
D) A broken bone
  • 13. What is the primary treatment for anaphylaxis?
A) Epinephrine injection (EpiPen)
B) Antihistamines only
C) Drinking water
D) Cool compress
  • 14. What should you do if someone is having a seizure?
A) Put something in their mouth
B) Give them water
C) Protect their head and clear the area
D) Hold them down
  • 15. What is the first step in controlling bleeding?
A) Elevate the wound above the heart
B) Clean the wound with antiseptic
C) Apply direct pressure to the wound
D) Apply a tourniquet immediately
  • 16. What is a sign of a stroke?
A) Mild dizziness
B) Gradual headache
C) Sudden weakness on one side of the body
D) Slight blurred vision
  • 17. What does FAST stand for in stroke recognition?
A) Face, Arms, Speech, Time
B) Feeling, Arms, Speech, Time
C) Face, Action, Speech, Talk
D) Feeling, Action, Speech, Talk
  • 18. How should you treat a suspected fracture?
A) Attempt to straighten the limb
B) Immobilize the injured area
C) Apply heat to the area
D) Encourage movement
  • 19. What is hypothermia?
A) Sunburn
B) Dangerously high body temperature
C) Mild fever
D) Dangerously low body temperature
  • 20. How do you treat hypothermia?
A) Give them alcohol
B) Rub their limbs vigorously
C) Submerge them in hot water
D) Warm the person gradually
  • 21. What is heatstroke?
A) A mild case of sunburn
B) Muscle cramps due to heat
C) Dehydration
D) A life-threatening condition caused by overheating
  • 22. How do you treat heatstroke?
A) Encourage physical activity
B) Cool the person down quickly
C) Wrap them in warm blankets
D) Give them hot liquids
  • 23. What is the purpose of a tourniquet?
A) To immobilize a fracture
B) To relieve pain
C) To clean a wound
D) To stop severe bleeding
  • 24. When should you use a tourniquet?
A) For sprains
B) When direct pressure fails to control severe bleeding
C) For minor cuts and scrapes
D) For nosebleeds
  • 25. What is the first step when encountering an unconscious person?
A) Immediately start chest compressions
B) Check for responsiveness
C) Call 911
D) Move the person to a safer location
  • 26. What is the Good Samaritan Law designed to do?
A) Protect those who help in an emergency
B) Punish those who provide inadequate care
C) Require everyone to be trained in first aid
D) Guarantee payment for first aid services
  • 27. What is the first step in using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)?
A) Apply the pads immediately
B) Turn on the AED
C) Call 911
D) Start chest compressions
  • 28. Where should AED pads be placed on an adult?
A) One on the chest and one on the stomach
B) Both on the chest
C) Upper right chest and lower left side
D) Both on the back
  • 29. What does SAMPLE stand for when taking a patient history?
A) Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past Illnesses, Last oral intake, Events leading up to the incident
B) Symptoms, Age, Medications, Previous injuries, Environment, Explanation
C) Signs, Allergies, Medications, Problems, Lifestyle, Examination
D) Symptoms, Age, Medical history, Prescription drugs, Eating habits, Explanation
  • 30. If a person is having a diabetic emergency and is conscious, what should you give them?
A) Water
B) A high-protein snack
C) Insulin
D) Something sugary, like juice or candy
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