First Aid

Question 1

When carrying out CPR, what is the rate of compression to achieve adequate circulation?

A. 100 per minute
B. 150 per minute
C. 72 per minute
D. 50 per minute

Answer 1

100 per minute

Question 2

Which of the following should be given to a patient having an angina attack?

A. GTN
B. Aspirin
C. Salbutamol
D. Nystatin

Answer 2

GTN

Question 3

Low blood sugar is medically known as:

A. Hypoglycaemia
B. Hyperglycaemia

Answer 3

Hypoglycaemia

Question 4

The correct term for a heart attack is:

A. Myocardial infraction
B. Embolism
C. Angina
D. Hypoxia

Answer 4

Myocardial infraction

Question 5

The following emergency drugs may be required in the event of anaphylaxis:

A. Antihstamine
B. Oxygen
C. Adrenaline
D. All of the above

Answer 5

All of the above

Question 6

Which of the following body organs can be irreparable damaged by mercury?

A. Lungs
B. Kidney
C. Brain
D. Liver

Answer 6

Kidney

Question 7

A sphygmomanometer is use to:

A. Administer IV drugs
B. Measure blood pressure
C. Help patient breath
D. Check a patients pulse

Answer 7

Measure blood pressure

Question 8

Which is the following medication does a diabetic patient NOT require in the event of a hypoglycemic episode?

A. Insulin
B. Glucagon
C. Oxygen
D. Dextrose

Answer 8

Insulin