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What is the main responsibility of a first aider?
What is the main responsibility of a first aider?
- To assist the casualty and provide necessary treatment (correct)
- To assess their own needs and limitations
- To perform complex medical procedures
- To report incidents to the emergency services
What aspect should a first aider consider while taking actions to benefit the casualty?
What aspect should a first aider consider while taking actions to benefit the casualty?
- Their own comfort level
- Keeping everyone else involved safe (correct)
- Their personal opinion on the situation
- The weather outside
What does the term 'first aid' refer to?
What does the term 'first aid' refer to?
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Preventative health measures
- Treatment for chronic illnesses
- Actions taken in response to someone who is injured or taken ill (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a key advice given for becoming a first aider?
Which of the following is NOT a key advice given for becoming a first aider?
Why should a first aider be aware of their own needs?
Why should a first aider be aware of their own needs?
What is one of the primary rules of first aid according to the text?
What is one of the primary rules of first aid according to the text?
Why is it advised not to attempt heroic rescues in hazardous circumstances?
Why is it advised not to attempt heroic rescues in hazardous circumstances?
What is the recommended action if an area is not safe when approaching a casualty?
What is the recommended action if an area is not safe when approaching a casualty?
What should a first aider prioritize when assessing a situation according to the text?
What should a first aider prioritize when assessing a situation according to the text?
Why is it essential to assess the injury or nature of illness affecting a casualty?
Why is it essential to assess the injury or nature of illness affecting a casualty?
What should a first aider do when coming across an incident according to the text?
What should a first aider do when coming across an incident according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of first aid?
What is the primary purpose of first aid?
Why is it important to complete a recognized first aid learning programme?
Why is it important to complete a recognized first aid learning programme?
What should you do if a burn is caused by contact with chemicals?
What should you do if a burn is caused by contact with chemicals?
Who typically provides first aid in an emergency situation?
Who typically provides first aid in an emergency situation?
What is a key benefit of psychologically preparing to be a first aider?
What is a key benefit of psychologically preparing to be a first aider?
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