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How to stop bleeding using pressure
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the first step when someone is bleeding heavily?
A) Apply direct pressure to the wound.
B) Apply a tourniquet immediately.
C) Elevate the wound above the heart.
D) Clean the wound immediately with antiseptic.
  • 2. What material is best for applying direct pressure?
A) Bare hands.
B) Cotton balls.
C) Paper towels.
D) Clean cloth or sterile dressing.
  • 3. How long should you apply continuous pressure before checking the wound?
A) Until the blood soaks through the cloth.
B) 30 seconds.
C) At least 5 minutes.
D) 1 minute.
  • 4. If the first cloth soaks through with blood, what should you do?
A) Apply another cloth on top of the first.
B) Apply a tourniquet.
C) Remove the soaked cloth and apply a fresh one.
D) Try a different type of bandage.
  • 5. When should you elevate a bleeding limb?
A) Before applying pressure.
B) Only if the person loses consciousness.
C) Instead of applying pressure.
D) While applying direct pressure.
  • 6. When should a tourniquet be considered?
A) When direct pressure fails to control severe bleeding.
B) For minor cuts.
C) When a clean cloth isn't available.
D) As the first step in stopping bleeding.
  • 7. Where should a tourniquet be placed?
A) Below the wound.
B) At the nearest joint.
C) 2-3 inches above the wound.
D) Directly on the wound.
  • 8. After applying a tourniquet, what is the most important thing to do?
A) Apply more pressure on top of the tourniquet.
B) Note the time it was applied.
C) Loosen it every 15 minutes.
D) Remove it if the bleeding slows.
  • 9. What is the purpose of a pressure bandage?
A) To simply cover the wound.
B) To maintain pressure after direct pressure is applied.
C) To stop all circulation to the limb.
D) To clean the wound.
  • 10. What should you do if you suspect internal bleeding?
A) Call emergency services immediately.
B) Wait to see if the symptoms worsen.
C) Give the person water.
D) Apply direct pressure to the abdomen.
  • 11. What is a sign of severe bleeding?
A) Blood clotting quickly.
B) Pain only at the wound site.
C) Small amount of blood on the surface of the skin.
D) Blood spurting from the wound.
  • 12. What should you avoid when applying pressure to a wound?
A) Calling for help.
B) Using sterile gloves.
C) Peeking to check if the bleeding has stopped too frequently.
D) Elevating the limb.
  • 13. What type of pressure is most effective?
A) Pressure only on the edges of the wound.
B) Light and intermittent pressure.
C) Direct and constant pressure.
D) Pressure only on the affected area.
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a way to apply pressure?
A) Using your hands.
B) Using a bandage.
C) Applying ice directly to the wound.
D) Using a cloth.
  • 15. If bleeding continues despite direct pressure, what is the next appropriate step?
A) Apply a tourniquet or consider packing the wound if trained.
B) Leave the person to rest.
C) Give the person something to eat or drink.
D) Reapply a looser bandage.
  • 16. What is the main goal when controlling bleeding?
A) To stop the blood loss as quickly as possible.
B) To wait for medical professionals to arrive.
C) To bandage the wound perfectly.
D) To clean the wound thoroughly.
  • 17. Why is it important to avoid moving the injured person unnecessarily?
A) To prevent further injury and bleeding.
B) To make the person more comfortable.
C) To speed up the healing process.
D) To avoid getting blood on your clothes.
  • 18. What does 'packing a wound' involve?
A) Wrapping the wound tightly with plastic wrap.
B) Applying a thin layer of ointment.
C) Filling the wound with gauze and applying pressure.
D) Leaving the wound open to air.
  • 19. What is the best position to place a bleeding person in?
A) Sitting upright.
B) Lying down.
C) Walking around to improve circulation.
D) Standing up.
  • 20. What should you do if you are unsure how to stop the bleeding?
A) Guess what to do and hope for the best.
B) Consult with a friend or family member.
C) Ignore the bleeding and hope it stops on its own.
D) Call emergency services and follow their instructions.
  • 21. What is the potential risk of not controlling bleeding quickly?
A) Mild discomfort.
B) Temporary skin discoloration.
C) Shock and death.
D) A faster healing time.
  • 22. What is the recommended width of a tourniquet?
A) Doesn't matter, any width will do.
B) As thin as possible.
C) Less than 1 inch.
D) At least 1.5 inches (4 cm).
  • 23. What is the primary goal of wound packing?
A) To clean the wound effectively.
B) To prevent infection.
C) To apply pressure from within the wound.
D) To make the wound look more presentable.
  • 24. Why is it important to keep the injured area still?
A) Movement can increase blood flow.
B) Movement can disrupt clot formation.
C) To avoid getting the injured area dirty.
D) To make it easier to apply a bandage.
  • 25. When calling emergency services, what information should you provide?
A) Your name only.
B) The victim's social security number.
C) The victim's favorite color.
D) Location, nature of injury, and estimated blood loss.
  • 26. What is the meaning of the acronym ABC in first aid?
A) Airway, Breathing, Circulation.
B) Avoid Bleeding Complications.
C) Always Be Calm.
D) Apply Bandage Carefully.
  • 27. After controlling the bleeding, what should be monitored?
A) The color of the blood.
B) The cleanliness of the wound.
C) The person's level of consciousness and vital signs.
D) The type of bandage used.
  • 28. What should you do if the person loses consciousness?
A) Give them something to eat or drink.
B) Leave them alone to rest.
C) Check for breathing and pulse.
D) Slap them to try and wake them up.
  • 29. What is a common mistake when applying a pressure bandage?
A) Applying it too loosely.
B) Applying it too tightly.
C) Using a sterile bandage.
D) Elevating the limb.
  • 30. If bleeding is minor, what is still important to do?
A) Clean the wound and cover it with a bandage.
B) Apply a tourniquet.
C) Pour alcohol on the wound.
D) Ignore it and let it heal on its own.
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