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Which of the following best describes first aid?
Which of the following best describes first aid?
- The care and treatment provided by medical professionals in a hospital setting.
- The care and treatment provided by bystanders during a medical emergency.
- The care and treatment provided to an ill or injured person after medical services are provided.
- The care and treatment provided to an ill or injured person before medical services are provided. (correct)
What is the goal of learning first aid?
What is the goal of learning first aid?
- To replace the need for emergency medical services.
- To become a certified medical professional.
- To administer advanced medical procedures.
- To acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to provide help in a medical emergency. (correct)
What should a bystander do if a victim suddenly collapses and is unconscious?
What should a bystander do if a victim suddenly collapses and is unconscious?
- Activate the emergency medical system immediately and retrieve the nearest AED if available. (correct)
- Wait for the victim to regain consciousness before taking any action.
- Call a family member or friend for assistance.
- Perform CPR without activating the emergency medical system.
What will an EMS dispatcher or 911 operator do if a rescuer is not trained in CPR?
What will an EMS dispatcher or 911 operator do if a rescuer is not trained in CPR?
What should all trained rescuers provide during a medical emergency?
What should all trained rescuers provide during a medical emergency?
Which of the following best defines first aid?
Which of the following best defines first aid?
During a medical emergency, what should a bystander do if the victim is unconscious and not breathing?
During a medical emergency, what should a bystander do if the victim is unconscious and not breathing?
What will an EMS dispatcher or 911 operator do if a rescuer is not trained in CPR?
What will an EMS dispatcher or 911 operator do if a rescuer is not trained in CPR?
What should all trained rescuers provide during a medical emergency?
What should all trained rescuers provide during a medical emergency?
What is the goal of learning first aid?
What is the goal of learning first aid?