First Aid

Question 1

A conscious victim who has suffered a blow to the head has symptoms that indicate the possibility of concussion. If the patient feels no indication of neck or spine injury, recommended treatment would include __________ .

Answer 1

elevating the head and shoulders slightly

Question 2

A crew member has suffered a burn on the arm. There is extensive damage to the skin with charring present. This is an example of what kind of burn?

Answer 2

Third degree burn

Question 3

A crew member has suffered possible frostbite to the toes of both feet. You should __________.

Answer 3

immerse the feet in warm water

but not really

Question 4

A crewman has suffered a blow to the head and various symptoms indicate a concussion. Proper treatment should include __________ .

Answer 4

turning the victim’s head to the side to keep his airway open

(but you should probably ensure no neck or spinal injury before moving them…)

Question 5

A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of his right foot. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?
A rub the toes briskly.
B Elevate the foot slightly.
C Warm the frost bitten toes rapidly.
D Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary.

Answer 5

A rub the toes briskly.

Question 6

A man has suffered a burn on his arm characterized by reddening of the skin, blistering, and swelling. This is an example of what kind of burn?

Answer 6

Second degree burn

Question 7

Blood flowing from a cut artery would appear ________.

Answer 7

bright red and in spurts

Question 8

A man has suffered a burn on the arm. There is a reddening of the skin but no other apparent damage. This is an example of what kind of burn?

Answer 8

First degree burn

Question 9

You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. While blowing into the victim’s mouth, it is apparent that no air is getting to the lungs. Which of the following actions should you take?
A Blow harder to force the air past the tongue.
B Raise the victim’s head higher than his feet.
C Press on the victim’s lungs so that air pressure will blow out any obstruction.
D Re-tip the head and try again.

Answer 9

D Re-tip the head and try again.

Question 10

A victim has suffered a second degree burn to a small area of the lower arm. Which of the following statements represents the proper treatment for this injury?

Answer 10

Immerse the arm in cool water for 1 to 2 hours, apply burn ointment, and bandage.

Question 11

A crewman has suffered a blow to the head and various symptoms indicate a concussion. Proper treatment should include __________ .

Answer 11

turning the victim’s head to the side to keep his airway open…

Question 12

Artificial resuscitation to an adult should be administered __________.

Answer 12

12 to 15 times per minute

breaths

Question 13

Bleeding from a vein can be characterized as ________.

Answer 13

dark red and slow

Question 14

Appendicitis symptoms include cramps or pain in the abdomen located in the __________ .

Answer 14

lower right side

Question 15

Artificial respiration may be necessary in cases of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A	drowning
B	electrocution
C	poisoning
D	All of the above

Answer 15

D All of the above

just don’t poison yourself……

Question 16

Symptoms of sugar diabetes include __________ .

Answer 16

increased appetite and thirst

Question 17

Treatment of sunstroke consists principally of __________ .

Answer 17

cooling, removing to shaded area, and lying down

Question 18

Which of the listed conditions is a symptom of sun stroke?
A Temperature is high, pulse is slow and feeble, and skin is clammy.
B Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, and skin is hot and dry.
C Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid and feeble, and skin is cold and clammy.
D Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid, and skin is clammy.

Answer 18

B Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, and skin is hot and dry.

Question 19

When applying chest compressions on an adult victim during CPR, the sternum should be depressed about __________.

Answer 19

1 1/2 to 2 inches

Question 20

A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You should __________ .

Answer 20

lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised

Question 21

Where there are multiple accident victims, which type of injury should be the first to receive emergency treatment?
A	severe shock
B	Eye injuries
C	Burns
D	Major multiple fractures

Answer 21

A severe shock

Question 22

When a patient is suspected of having appendicitis, the pain should be relieved by __________ .

Answer 22

keeping a ice bag over the location of the appendix

Question 23

Which of the following treatments is used for traumatic shock?

Answer 23

Administer fluids

Question 24

A minor heat burn of the eye should be treated by __________.

Answer 24

gently flooding with water

Question 25

If a diabetic suffers an insulin reaction and is conscious, he should be given __________ .

Answer 25

orange juice or a candy bar

Question 26

Heat exhaustion is caused by excessive __________ .

Answer 26

loss of water and salt from the body

Question 27

The sorting of accident victims according to the severity of their injuries is called __________ .

Answer 27

triage

Question 28

When administering first aid you should avoid __________.

Answer 28

unnecessary haste and appearance of uncertainty