Vital Signs Assessment

What is the first step to provide CPR to an unresponsive casualty?

When should you consider doing a secondary survey on a casualty?

What is the correct position to place a casualty in when giving first aid when a head or spinal injury is suspected?

What is the primary reason for turning a casualty face up?

What should be done if medical help is not coming to the scene and you have to transport the casualty?

How should you position the arms and legs of a casualty when turning them over?

What does the letter 'A' stand for in the AVPU scale?

How does a casualty classified as 'Pain' respond according to the AVPU scale?

What action should be taken if a casualty is classified as 'Unresponsive' in the AVPU scale?

How long should you observe a casualty to assess their breathing rate?

What should you do if you find a casualty unable to effectively communicate when classified as 'Verbal' in the AVPU scale?

What does it mean if a casualty can clearly speak, have their eyes open, and obey simple commands according to the text?

What is the recommended position for a conscious casualty experiencing chest pain or difficulty breathing?

In the case of a suspected head or spinal injury, how should the casualty be positioned?

What is the common cause of fainting due to a temporary loss of consciousness?

How long should a casualty be kept lying down after regaining consciousness following a fainting episode?

Which action should you take to help prevent choking in a person who has fainted?

What is the crucial step to take if a conscious casualty is experiencing difficulty breathing?

What is the first step in determining the priority of casualties?

When are casualties categorized into three levels of priority?

In what situation are the principles of multiple casualty management reversed?

What should be done if a casualty is obviously dead?

What does 'ESM' stand for in the context of managing casualties?

Why are unresponsive non-breathing casualties given first aid priority in a lightning strike incident?

What is the first step to be taken when suspecting a head or spinal injury?

What is the purpose of keeping elbows firmly supported on thighs or ground when assisting a casualty with a suspected head or spinal injury?

If a second bystander is available while assisting a casualty with a suspected head or spinal injury, what should be shown to them?

What is the recommended approach when moving a casualty with a suspected head or spinal injury?

Why should you give first aid in the position where you find the casualty when a head or spinal injury is suspected?

What should be done if you suspect a head or spinal injury in a casualty and there are no bystanders available to assist?

What does an 'alert' casualty in the AVPU scale indicate?

How should the breathing rate of a casualty be assessed?

What does a 'verbal' casualty in the AVPU scale imply?

What does a 'pain' casualty in the AVPU scale signify?

In evaluating a casualty's LOC, what alternative method can be used apart from the AVPU scale?

What is the significance of a casualty being 'unresponsive' according to the AVPU scale?

During a rapid body survey, why should you wear gloves and check them for blood every few seconds?

Why is it important to be cautious not to cause further injuries while performing the rapid body survey?

What is the main purpose of looking at the casualty's face during the rapid body survey?

Why is providing first aid for life-threatening injuries or conditions emphasized during the rapid body survey?

What is the primary reason for conducting a rapid body survey during the primary survey?

What is the appropriate action to take if a casualty is unconscious and not breathing?

When giving first aid to a conscious casualty with suspected head or spinal injury, what should you NOT do?

Which action should be taken if a conscious casualty is unable to effectively communicate?

Why should a first aider dial emergency services when identifying a serious problem?

If you suspect a head or spinal injury in a casualty who is unconscious, what should you do after ensuring the airway is clear?

What is the critical factor to consider when beginning the primary survey on a casualty?

In the three-bearer method of carrying a casualty on a stretcher, how is the weight shared?

What step should the first aider take after deciding on the carrying method for a stretcher?

When preparing to carry a stretcher, what should the bearers do in terms of positioning?

What role does the first aider play in carrying a stretcher once the casualty is secured?

In multiple bearer situations, how should bearers be positioned around a stretcher?

What instruction does bearer 1 give when lowering a casualty onto a stretcher in a four-bearer method?

What is the correct sequence of commands to be given when carrying a stretcher with a casualty?

When should a head-first carry be considered for a stretcher casualty?

What is the purpose of keeping a stretcher level when crossing uneven ground?

Why should you lift the stretcher onto a wall with the front handles just over it?

In which scenario is it safer to do a head-first carry when transferring a casualty?

How should bearers adjust the height of the stretcher when crossing uneven terrain?

What is the correct sequence of steps to be followed in conducting a scene survey?

What is the correct order of the ABCs in the primary survey?

What should a first aider do if a conscious casualty with a suspected head or spinal injury is unable to communicate effectively?

Why is it important for a first aider to put a mobile phone on speaker when dialing emergency services?

What action should be taken by a first aider after completing the scene survey?

What technique should be used to open the airway of an unresponsive casualty with a suspected head or spinal injury?

What is the purpose of the secondary survey in emergency scene management?

During the initial scene survey, what is the main objective?

In emergency scene management, what is the recommended sequence of actions to ensure safe and appropriate first aid?

What typically happens within one or two minutes at the start of emergency scene management?

Why is ongoing casualty care important in emergency scene management?

Which step in emergency scene management involves taking control of the scene and ensuring its safety before assessing the casualty?

What is the correct sequence of commands to be given to bearers when lifting a stretcher?

When should a head-first carry be considered for a stretcher casualty?

Why should a wall not be crossed when carrying a stretcher, if possible?

In what scenario is it safer to perform a head-first carry when transferring a casualty?

What is the correct position to place a conscious casualty in when experiencing chest pain or difficulty breathing?

What should the bearers do when crossing uneven ground with a stretcher?

Why is it important to keep a casualty in the position found, especially in cases of suspected head or spinal injury?

What is the primary reason for considering a head-first carry when crossing obstacles with a stretcher?

What should be done to protect the airway of a person who has fainted?

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of fainting?

What is the primary goal of placing a casualty in the recovery position after they have fainted?

When assessing a conscious casualty with difficulty breathing, what action should be taken to ensure their comfort?

What is the primary reason for evaluating the details of a stressful emergency event?

When should thoughts of an incident after providing first aid raise concerns about potential critical incident stress (CIS)?

What is a common reaction to a stressful emergency situation according to the text?

What is the significance of critical incident stress (CIS) according to the text?

What should a first aider expect if thoughts about an incident continue for many weeks?

What is one common reaction following a stressful emergency situation according to the text?