COT health 9

What is the meaning of first aid?

• No care given to a person

• Long-term care given to a person

• Immediate and temporary care given to a person who suddenly gets ill or injured

• Regular medical treatment

What are the goals of first aid?

• To challenge the skills of the physician

• To extend life

• To dance with an injured person

• To cause laughter and excitement

What are the characteristics of a good first aider?

• C. Frightens the victim

• A. Causes pain and panic

• D. Does not comfort the victim

• B. Notices all signs

What are the key principles of first aid?

• Keep the injured person calm and comfortable

• Provide reassurance and comfort to the injured person

• Avoid giving food and drink to an unconscious person

• Do not move an injured person unnecessarily

What is the main purpose of first aid?

• To replace the services of the physician

• To rival the services of the physician

• To bridge the gap between the victim and the physician

• To alleviate suffering

What does it mean to be a first aider?

• A. Someone who causes panic

• B. Someone who competes with the physician

• C. Someone who gives first aid

• D. Someone who prolongs suffering

What is the importance of first aid?

• A. It is not important

• B. It is intended to compete with the services of the physician

• C. It can mean the difference between life and death in extreme cases

• D. It is intended to prolong suffering

What are the goals of first aid?

• To transport an injured person

• To cause pain and panic

• To save lives

• To compete with the services of the physician

What are the key principles to follow when providing first aid?

• Comfort and reassure the injured person

• Avoid moving an injured person unnecessarily

• Keep the injured person warm to reduce shock

What are the characteristics of a good first aider?

• Causes pain and panic

• Does not comfort the victim

• Frightens the victim

• Notices all signs