Chapter 12 (Medical Emergencies)

Which of the following is true about Angina Pectoris ?

• More severe than a heart attack

• Also known as Myocardial Infarction

• Also known as chest pain

• Pain does not go away after rest

What should you do when you suspect a person of having a heart attack ?

• Help the person to lie down

• Begin CPR immediately

• Instruct the person to take paracetamol (panadol)

• Instruct the person to chew an aspirin tablet

What would cause a heart attack ?

• Blocked coronary arteries

• Intense exercise

• Loss of body fluids

• Low blood sugar level

Which of the following is false about cardiac arrest ?

• Triggered by an electrical malfunction in the heart

• Occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked

• We should begin CPR right when cardiac arrest occurs

• Death occurs within minutes if left untreated

FAST is a guide used when we suspect a person of having a stroke. What does the 'F' in FAST stand for ?

• Facial weakness

• Feet weakness

• Facial deformities

• Foot injuries

Which of the following is false about a stroke ?

• Can be caused by a clot in the blood vessel

• Can be caused by a ruptured blood vessel

• Give a person plenty of water when you suspect him/her of having a stroke

• Use the FAST guide when you suspect a stroke

Which are the signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia ?

• Sweet and fruity breath

• Cold and clammy skin

• Hunger and tiredness

• Slow pulse rates

During recess, you met a friend at the canteen. He feels weak, has cold and clammy skin, and a rapid pulse rate. He also told you that he missed his breakfast. What can you suspect as a First Aider ?

• Hypoglycaemia

• Hyperglycaemia

• Heart attack

• Stroke

What should you do when you suspect a person of having hypoglycaemia ?

• Give the person a sugary drink

• Begin CPR immediately

• Instruct the person to take aspirin

• Give the person ORS (OralRehydrationSalts)

Hypoglycaemia occurs when our blood sugar level falls below normal. Is this statement TRUE or FALSE ?

• TRUE

• FALSE