First Aid

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What's the point of performing first aid on someone with a broken leg?

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to keep the injury from getting worse before help arrives

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Which of these is a basic first aid procedure? cleaning and bandaging a cut, putting a cast on a broken arm, getting an x-ray of a swollen finger, popping a dislocated shoulder back into place

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cleaning and bandaging a cut

Front

What does "objective" mean in the sentence, "The main objective is to keep the victim safe"?

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purpose

Front

What can you infer from the fact that it's recommended that any adult bystander should attempt chest compressions on a victim?

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chest compressions are a simple and lifesaving technique

Front

Which situation might require CPR? your brother falls from a tree and breaks his arm, your father cuts himself badly, your uncle passes out and stops breathing, your sister burns her hand on the stove

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your uncle passes out and stops breathing

Front

Which word best describes how you should act while administering first aid?

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calm

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Which of the following is an opinion about first aid? Options: People should attend first aid classes as often as possible, Knowing proper first aid procedures might help you save someone's life, First aid certification courses are offered by the Red Cross., First aid can be administered by kids as well as adults.

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People should attend first aid classes as often as possible

Front

Why is it important to apply antiseptic ointment to a cut?

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so the cut doesn't get infected by bacteria or viruses

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Which item does not belong in a BASIC first aid kit?

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How does first aid compare to CPR? Choose the BEST answer.

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First aid is for minor injuries, while CPR is used when someone has no pulse or has stopped breathing.