First Aid Terminology and Procedures Quiz
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A cut caused by a razor blade is called?

laceration

The first link in the chain of survival is to?

  • Going to the hospital
  • Begin defibrillation
  • Phone 911 (correct)
  • Begin CPR
  • Which is the correct treatment of a nosebleed?

  • Tilt the head back to slow the flow of blood
  • Apply pressure to the bleeding nostril (correct)
  • If the nose is still bleeding after 15 minutes, seek professional help
  • Encourage the person to breathe through the nose
  • If someone is bitten by a poisonous snake, you should?

    <p>Have the victim lie down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone faints, you should?

    <p>Lay the person down and elevate the legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an accurate statement about poisoning?

    <p>If poison gets in your eye, flush the eye with water and call 911.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do adult and infant CPR have in common?

    <p>The positioning of the head before beginning rescue breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Restlessness, skin that is pale, cool, and moist, and rapid breathing and pulse are all symptoms of?

    <p>Shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most venomous snakebites are not fatal.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Serious sprains can be treated by yourself with the R.I.C.E. procedure.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should not administer first aid to a person who seems to be choking but can still speak.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The deepest burns are classified as first-degree burns.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Puncture wounds usually cause heavy external bleeding.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Because an unconscious person cannot cough or clear the airway, he or she is at risk of choking.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A severed body part should be packed in ice or ice water to preserve the tissue.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When calling the poison control center, you will need to describe the state of the victim and state his or her age and weight.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An animal bite can transmit rabies, a viral disease that can cause paralysis or death if untreated.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 24-hour hotline that provides emergency medical advice on treating poisoning victims is called?

    <p>poison control center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When performing CPR on an infant, place your mouth over the infant's mouth and pinch the nostril shut.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A lifesaving first aid procedure that combines rescue breaths with chest compressions, supplying oxygen to the body until normal body functions can resume is called?

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    A break in the bone is called?

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    A failure of the cardiovascular system to keep an adequate supply of blood circulating to the vital organs of the body is called?

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    A sequence of actions that maximizes the victim's chances of survival is called?

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    A poisonous substance secreted by a snake, spider, or other creature is called?

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    A condition in which a person is not alert and aware of their surroundings is called?

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    The immediate, temporary care given to an ill or injured person is called?

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    Study Notes

    First Aid Terminology

    • Laceration: A cut caused by a razor blade.
    • Poison control center: A 24-hour hotline providing emergency medical advice for treating poisoning victims.

    Chain of Survival

    • The first step in the chain of survival is to phone 911.

    First Aid Procedures

    • For a nosebleed, apply pressure to the bleeding nostril.
    • If bitten by a poisonous snake, have the victim lie down to minimize activity.
    • For someone who faints, lay them down and elevate their legs.

    Poisoning Facts

    • If poison gets in your eye, flush the eye with water and call 911.
    • Do not induce vomiting if someone swallows poison; seek professional help.

    CPR and Care Techniques

    • Adult and infant CPR require proper head positioning before beginning rescue breaths.
    • When all other bleeding control methods fail, apply a roller bandage tightly enough to restrict circulation.

    Symptoms of Conditions

    • Shock symptoms include restlessness, pale and cool skin, and rapid breathing and pulse.

    True or False Statements

    • Most venomous snakebites are not fatal: True.
    • Serious sprains can typically be treated with the R.I.C.E. method: True.
    • You should not administer first aid if a choking person can still speak: True.
    • The deepest burns are classified as first-degree burns: False (they are third-degree).
    • Puncture wounds usually cause heavy external bleeding: False (they tend to bleed less).
    • An unconscious person is at risk of choking: True.
    • A severed body part should be packed in ice to preserve tissue: True.
    • When calling poison control, describe the victim's condition, age, and weight: True.
    • An animal bite can transmit rabies, potentially leading to paralysis or death if untreated: True.

    Additional Medical Concepts

    • Break in the bone refers to a fracture.
    • Circulatory failure describes the cardiovascular system's inability to maintain blood circulation to vital organs.
    • Emergency care is the immediate, temporary support given to an ill or injured person.

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    Test your knowledge on essential first aid terminology and procedures in this informative quiz. Learn about the chain of survival, CPR techniques, and how to manage poisoning and other emergencies effectively. Perfect for anyone wanting to enhance their first aid skills!

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