Basic First Aid

Question 1

The last resort in the control of bleeding is?

Answer 1

Tourniquet

Question 2

How many chest compressions are performed during CPR?

Answer 2

30

Question 3

How should you NOT transport a victim via stretcher down a ladderwell?

Answer 3

Head First

Question 4

What are the 3 basic rules for treating wounds?

Answer 4

Stop bleeding, treat for shock, prevent infection

Question 5

What are the characteristics of a third degree burn?

Answer 5

Skin is charred and white; may involve destruction of muscle tissue

Question 6

When treating an amputated leg what should you do if the bleeding soaks through the first bandage?

Answer 6

Place another bandage over the first one

Question 7

When treating a sucking chest wound how many sides of the plastic are taped down in the entry side of the wound?

Answer 7

4

Question 8

When treating a victim with an intestinal wound with producing intestines should you try and stuff the intestines back into their abdomen?

Answer 8

NO

Question 9

How do you free a victim of electrical shock?

Answer 9

Secure the power and remove the victim with a non-conducting material

Question 10

What’s the first step in treating a victim of smoke inhalation?

Answer 10

Remove the victim from the smoke filled environment and bring them into fresh air