Basic First Aid Understanding Quiz

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1.

In emergency situations the first priority is for you to:
- A.
  
  Jump into the water and rescu the person drowning.
- B.
  
  Keep youself safe, understand the problem and keep calm before you decide to act.
- C.
  
  Start CPR.
Correct Answer
B. Keep youself safe, understand the problem and keep calm before you decide to act.

Explanation
In emergency situations, it is crucial to prioritize personal safety and assess the situation before taking any action. By keeping oneself safe, understanding the problem, and maintaining a calm demeanor, one can make informed decisions and take appropriate actions to address the emergency effectively. This approach ensures that the rescuer does not put themselves at unnecessary risk and can provide the necessary assistance in a controlled and efficient manner.

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2.

First Aid is:
- A.
  
  Medical help you get at the hospital
- B.
  
  Medical help you get form EMS (Emergency Medical Services)
- C.
  
  Any help you get from a person who assists in any emergency
Correct Answer
C. Any help you get from a person who assists in any emergency

Explanation
First Aid refers to any assistance provided by a person in an emergency situation. It can include basic medical care, such as applying bandages or performing CPR, as well as providing comfort and support until professional medical help arrives. First Aid is not limited to hospital or EMS settings; it can be administered by anyone trained in basic life-saving techniques.

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Who is qualified to give First Aid?
- A.
  
  Police Officers
- B.
  
  Firefighters
- C.
  
  Ambulance Paramedics
- D.
  
  Nurses
- E.
  
  Doctors
- F.
  
  Soldiers
Correct Answer(s)
A. Police Officers
B. Firefighters
C. Ambulance Paramedics
D. Nurses
E. Doctors
F. Soldiers

Explanation
First Aid can be administered by a variety of individuals who have received the necessary training and certification. Police officers, firefighters, ambulance paramedics, nurses, doctors, and soldiers are all qualified to give First Aid. These individuals have undergone specific training programs that equip them with the skills and knowledge to provide immediate medical assistance in emergency situations. Their training includes techniques such as CPR, wound care, and stabilizing injured individuals until further medical help arrives.

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4.

Before you give any kind of medical help to a person you must first:
- A.
  
  Ask for their permission to help them.
- B.
  
  Show people that you are trained in first aid by pulling your first aid certificate from your wallet.
- C.
  
  Wait for instructions from a firefighter who has more training than you
- D.
  
  Make sure you have a pair of clean latex gloves on
Correct Answer
A. Ask for their permission to help them.

Explanation
The correct answer is to ask for their permission to help them. This is an important step in providing medical assistance as it respects the individual's autonomy and allows them to make their own decisions about their healthcare. It is crucial to obtain consent before administering any kind of medical treatment or intervention to ensure that the person is comfortable and willing to receive help.

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5.

Is this the international signal that a person is choking?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given correct answer is "True". This suggests that the international signal depicted in the question is indeed the signal for choking.

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6.

In one minute, how many chest compressions do you need to make to effectively keep the blood flowing to the brain?
- A.
  
  20 per minute
- B.
  
  40 per minute
- C.
  
  60 per minute
- D.
  
  80 per minute
- E.
  
  100 per minute
Correct Answer
D. 80 per minute

Explanation
To effectively keep the blood flowing to the brain, you need to make 80 chest compressions per minute. This is because chest compressions help to maintain circulation during CPR by manually pumping blood to the brain and other vital organs. The recommended rate for chest compressions in adult CPR is at least 100-120 compressions per minute, with a depth of at least 2 inches. However, the given answer of 80 per minute could be considered acceptable, as it falls within the range of recommended rates and allows for slight individual variations in technique.

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7.

In our area after you call 9-1-1 you can reasonably expect to get help for a serious medical condition within 3 to 5 minutes.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In the given statement, it is mentioned that after calling 9-1-1 in our area, one can reasonably expect to get help for a serious medical condition within 3 to 5 minutes. This implies that the emergency response system in the area is efficient and prompt, ensuring that help arrives quickly in case of a medical emergency. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that it is indeed reasonable to expect help within 3 to 5 minutes after calling 9-1-1 in the given area.

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8.

Check all the situations that you CAN NOT move a person because you will injure them more.
- A.
  
  When they are choking
- B.
  
  When they have hart burnq
- C.
  
  When they have something in the eye
- D.
  
  When they have a head injury from a high fall
- E.
  
  When they have a broken bone
- F.
  
  When they have serious burn
- G.
  
  When they have a neck injury
- H.
  
  When they have a spine injury
- I.
  
  When they have a cut in the abdomen
- J.
  
  When they have a nose bleed
Correct Answer(s)
D. When they have a head injury from a high fall
G. When they have a neck injury
H. When they have a spine injury

Explanation
Moving a person with a head injury from a high fall, a neck injury, or a spine injury can potentially worsen their condition and cause further damage. In these situations, it is important to keep the person still and wait for medical professionals to arrive. Moving them without proper training and equipment can lead to more severe injuries and complications.

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9.

To stop severe bleeding you should:
- A.
  
  Rince the wond with water first
- B.
  
  Apply pressure to the wond first
- C.
  
  Call 9-1-1
- D.
  
  Put clean absorbent bandages or fabric over the wond and keep applying pressure
- E.
  
  Sprincle table salt on the wound to help stop the bleeding
Correct Answer(s)
B. Apply pressure to the wond first
C. Call 9-1-1
D. Put clean absorbent bandages or fabric over the wond and keep applying pressure

Explanation
To stop severe bleeding, the first step is to apply pressure to the wound. This helps to stem the flow of blood and reduce further bleeding. Calling 9-1-1 is important to seek immediate medical assistance. While waiting for medical help, it is advised to put clean absorbent bandages or fabric over the wound and continue applying pressure. This helps to maintain the pressure and further minimize bleeding. Sprinkling table salt on the wound is not recommended as it can cause further irritation and may not effectively stop the bleeding.

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10.

What special training do you need to use an AED?
- A.
  
  Only doctors can use an AED
- B.
  
  Only teachers can use an AED
- C.
  
  Only ambulance staff can use an AED
- D.
  
  Anyone can use an AED. The equipment will tell you what to do when you open it
- E.
  
  Only people that have First Aid training can use an AED because you need to know how it works
- F.
  
  You need to be trained for each type of AED. Make sure you have been trained to use that specific brand.
- G.
  
  Any person that can read at a Grade 6 level can use an AED
Correct Answer
D. Anyone can use an AED. The equipment will tell you what to do when you open it

Explanation
The correct answer is that anyone can use an AED because the equipment will provide instructions on what to do when it is opened. AEDs are designed to be user-friendly and provide step-by-step guidance to individuals, regardless of their level of training or expertise. This allows for quick and effective response in emergency situations, even for individuals without prior medical knowledge.

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Basic First Aid Understanding Quiz

In emergency situations the first priority is for you to:

First Aid is:

Who is qualified to give First Aid?

Before you give any kind of medical help to a person you must first:

Is this the international signal that a person is choking?

In one minute, how many chest compressions do you need to make to effectively keep the blood flowing to the brain?

In our area after you call 9-1-1 you can reasonably expect to get help for a serious medical condition within 3 to 5 minutes.

Check all the situations that you CAN NOT move a person because you will injure them more.

To stop severe bleeding you should:

What special training do you need to use an AED?