First Aid

If an obstruction is identified in an unconscious casualty's mouth, what should be done immediately?

• wait until help arrives
• roll the casualty into the stable side position and scoop out the obstruction using two fingers
• leave the casualty where they are and attempt to remove the item
• call an ambulance

What is an example of a benefits of having first aid

• Looks good on your resume
• Can help save a life
• Can cause accidents
• Promotes safety

What is an example of positive risk-taking

• Having a drink with your friends
• Going skydiving
• Trying a new flavour of ice-cream
• Trying out for a new sport team

Where would a person having a heart attack most likely feel pain

• In their chest
• In their lower abdomen
• In their eyes
• In their legs

Someone has slipped and twisted their ankle. There is pain and swelling. How could you help?

• Give the casualty pain relief to ease the pain
• Rest the ankle, apply an ice pack and compression bandage and elevate the limb
• Assist the casualty to walk on it as soon as possible
• Clean the wound and bandage the entire limb firmly

What is your first priority at the scene of an accident or emergency?

• To check the casualty's pulse
• To check for danger to yourself and others
• To check the casualty's medical history
• To call an ambulance

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding when it is ok to stop performing CPR on a casualty

• When someone qualified arrives and takes over
• When somebody tells you to
• The casualty starts breathing normally
• You become physically unable to continue

What should you NOT do when treating an eye injury?

• Touch the eye
• allow patient to rub the eye
• try to remove any foreign objects from the eye
• All of the above

What does the 'S' stand for in DRSABCD?

• START laughing at the casualty
• SEND for help
• SIT down and watch
• SWIM for help

How do you know that you are breathing enough air into the casualty when giving rescue breaths'

• Watch for their skin to change colour
• Just blow as hard as you can
• Breathe until their chest rises
• Check for an increase in impulse rates