First Aid Basics

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What is the primary role of a first aider at the scene of an emergency?

To diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses

To administer medications and perform surgeries

To suspect injuries and illnesses and provide first aid (correct)

To provide medical consultations and prescribe medications

What is an important step in providing first aid at the scene of an emergency?

Keeping unnecessary people away (correct)

Administering medications without proper training

Reassuring the casualty that they will be fine

Letting the casualty try to walk it off

What should a first aider check when assisting with medications?

The '5-rights' of medication administration (correct)

The casualty's medical history and allergies

The medication's expiration date and storage conditions

The casualty's pulse and blood pressure

What may affect the procedures related to the provision of first aid and CPR?

The casualty's age and size Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration for first aiders in the workplace?

Following federal, provincial, and territorial legislation Signup and view all the answers

How should needles be handled?

By the barrel Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if someone more qualified arrives at the emergency scene?

Ask them to take control of the situation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of bystanders at the emergency scene?

To leave the area unless asked to stay and assist Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of an injury?

A visible indication of injury, such as bleeding or bruising Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing a bystander should do to help in an emergency?

Make the area safe Signup and view all the answers

When a casualty has multiple injuries, what should the first aider prioritize?

Giving first aid to the most serious injuries first Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting the incident and first aid given?

To provide valuable information to medical professionals Signup and view all the answers

After providing first aid for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, what should the first aider do?

Stay in control of the scene and wait for medical help Signup and view all the answers

How can the first aider maintain the casualty in the best possible condition until handover to medical help?

By giving first aid for shock and monitoring the casualty's condition Signup and view all the answers

What should the first aider do if they suspect head or spinal injuries?

Instruct a bystander to maintain manual support of the head and neck Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Medical Advisory Group for St.John Ambulance?

To provide technical expert advice to St.John Ambulance Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of first aid training provided by St.John Ambulance in Canada?

Over half a million Canadians each year Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of St.John Ambulance's first aid training?

Based on scientific research and emerging trends Signup and view all the answers

Who is referred to as a 'first aider' in an emergency scene?

The person who takes charge and gives first aid Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the registered trademark of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada?

Chain of Survival Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of first aid?

To preserve life Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of Chapter 2 in the guide?

Casualty management and assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the publication 'First Aid: Reference Guide'?

To provide a comprehensive guide to first aid and CPR Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for first aiders to remember their level of training?

So they do not exceed their training or local regulations Signup and view all the answers

Who is the target audience for St.John Ambulance's first aid training?

All Canadians Signup and view all the answers

What type of responders is Chapter 5 of the guide primarily focused on?

Health care providers Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Medical Advisory Group in shaping the future of first aid?

To provide technical expert advice Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the organization that provides first aid training in Canada?

St.John Ambulance Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of St.John Ambulance's commitment to first aid training?

Providing training based on scientific evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'First Aid: Reference Guide' publication?

To provide a comprehensive guide to first aid and CPR Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the chapter on Emergency Scene Management?

to describe the scene survey and primary survey Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Chapter 4?

Cardiovascular emergencies and CPR Signup and view all the answers

What is covered in Chapter 5?

Wounds and bleeding management Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of Chapter 7?

Other first aid emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Quick First Aid Reference in Chapter 8?

To serve as a quick reference for first aid providers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'golden hour' in emergency care?

It is the time frame during which the casualty is most likely to survive. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are alone with a casualty?

Decide based on the specifics of the situation. Signup and view all the answers

Who provides medical care under the supervision of a medical doctor?

Paramedics Signup and view all the answers

Where can medical care be given?

In hospitals, emergency scenes, or on the way to a medical facility Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you have a mobile phone with you during an emergency?

Call from the scene and perform first aid with the dispatcher's assistance. Signup and view all the answers