First Aid Flashcards
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 __________ .
elevating the head and shoulders slightly
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?
Third degree burn
A crew member has suffered possible frostbite to the toes of both feet. You should __________.
immerse the feet in warm water
but not really
A crewman has suffered a blow to the head and various symptoms indicate a concussion. Proper treatment should include __________ .
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…)
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.
A rub the toes briskly.
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?
Second degree burn
Blood flowing from a cut artery would appear ________.
bright red and in spurts
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?
First degree burn
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.
D Re-tip the head and try again.
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?
Immerse the arm in cool water for 1 to 2 hours, apply burn ointment, and bandage.
A crewman has suffered a blow to the head and various symptoms indicate a concussion. Proper treatment should include __________ .
turning the victim’s head to the side to keep his airway open…
Artificial resuscitation to an adult should be administered __________.
12 to 15 times per minute
breaths
Bleeding from a vein can be characterized as ________.
dark red and slow
Appendicitis symptoms include cramps or pain in the abdomen located in the __________ .
lower right side
Artificial respiration may be necessary in cases of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A drowning B electrocution C poisoning D All of the above
D All of the above
just don’t poison yourself……
Symptoms of sugar diabetes include __________ .
increased appetite and thirst
Treatment of sunstroke consists principally of __________ .
cooling, removing to shaded area, and lying down
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.
B Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, and skin is hot and dry.
When applying chest compressions on an adult victim during CPR, the sternum should be depressed about __________.
1 1/2 to 2 inches
A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You should __________ .
lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders slightly raised
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
A severe shock
When a patient is suspected of having appendicitis, the pain should be relieved by __________ .
keeping a ice bag over the location of the appendix
Which of the following treatments is used for traumatic shock?
Administer fluids
A minor heat burn of the eye should be treated by __________.
gently flooding with water
If a diabetic suffers an insulin reaction and is conscious, he should be given __________ .
orange juice or a candy bar
Heat exhaustion is caused by excessive __________ .
loss of water and salt from the body
The sorting of accident victims according to the severity of their injuries is called __________ .
triage
When administering first aid you should avoid __________.
unnecessary haste and appearance of uncertainty
