First Aid Essentials Quiz

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What should you do as the first step in determining if you can assist a victim?

Check the victim's condition

What is an essential item to include in a first aid kit for emergencies?

Tweezers

What is a necessary item for basic preparedness in case of emergencies?

Waterproof tarp for shelter

What is an important aspect to consider when making an emergency plan with your family?

How to communicate with your family Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after determining if you can safely assist a victim?

Call 911 Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial item to include in a first aid kit for emergencies?

Eyewash Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if a person is gagging and coughing but can breathe and talk?

Wait and do nothing as the airway is not completely blocked Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the person was choking, is now unconscious, and no longer breathing?

Call 911 and perform CPR immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 5 and 5 method in first aid for choking?

To perform five back blows and five abdominal thrusts Signup and view all the answers

When should abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) be performed in first aid for choking?

Immediately, without considering other factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended course of action if a person is choking and can't talk or make noise?

Call 911 and perform abdominal thrusts Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if abdominal thrusts are not done correctly in first aid for choking?

Seek medical care after any serious choking episode Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when a person is choking and the object is not visible in the mouth?

Reaching into the mouth to grab the object Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of second-degree burns?

Blisters, deep redness, and pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended first aid for frostbite?

Bringing the affected person indoors, removing wet clothing, and gently warming the frostbitten parts in warm water Signup and view all the answers

When is emergency medical care needed for burns?

For burns from fire, electrical sources, or chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for first-degree burns?

Cooling the burn, applying petroleum jelly, and covering with a nonstick bandage Signup and view all the answers

What is the symptom of third-degree burns?

White or blackened, charred skin that may be numb Signup and view all the answers

At what percentage of total body surface area do burns require significant IV fluids?

Exceeding 20-25% Signup and view all the answers

What are the signs of a broken bone?

Swelling, tenderness, difficulty moving the injured part Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate treatment for strains and sprains?

Rest, ice, compression, elevation, pain relief medication Signup and view all the answers

What should be done in cases of a severed body part or uncontrollable bleeding?

Call 911 immediately Signup and view all the answers

What are the life-threatening bleeding types mentioned in the text?

Spurting/steady bleeding, blood pooling, blood soaking through clothes or bandages, amputation Signup and view all the answers

What are the prevention measures for strains and sprains?

Proper warm-up, stretching, wearing protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done for severe cuts?

Rinse the wound with water, apply pressure with sterile gauze, elevate the injured body part, seek medical care Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

First Aid for Various Injuries and Emergencies

Life-threatening bleeding types include spurting/steady bleeding, blood pooling, blood soaking through clothes or bandages, and amputation
Arterial bleeding involves blood spurting from an artery, venous bleeding involves blood flowing from a vein, and capillary bleeding results in blood oozing from capillaries
For severe cuts, rinse the wound with water, apply pressure with sterile gauze, elevate the injured body part, and apply a tourniquet if bleeding cannot be stopped
Seek medical care for deep cuts, animal or human bites, burns, electrical injuries, or puncture wounds
In cases of a severed body part or uncontrollable bleeding, call 911 immediately
Strains and sprains result in pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the injured part
Immediate treatment for strains and sprains involves rest, ice, compression, elevation, and pain relief medication
Seek emergency medical care for severe pain, trouble bearing weight, increased bruising, numbness, or signs of infection
Prevention measures for strains and sprains include proper warm-up, stretching, and wearing protective equipment
Signs of a broken bone include a "snap" or grinding noise, swelling, tenderness, and difficulty moving the injured part
Immediate care for broken bones includes applying an ice pack, keeping the limb still, and making a simple splint
Call 911 immediately if there is a suspected serious injury to the head, neck, or back, or if a broken bone comes through the skin. Keep the person lying down while waiting for help.

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