First Aid Basics

When performing CPR on an adult, what is the recommended depth of chest compressions?

• 1 to 2 inches

• 2 to 2.4 inches

• 3 to 4 inches

• 4 to 5 inches

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What is the first step you should take when you see someone choking and unable to speak?

• Begin back blows immediately

• Encourage them to cough

• Call 911

• Perform abdominal thrusts

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How should you clean a minor wound before bandaging?

• With rubbing alcohol

• With hydrogen peroxide

• With warm water and soap

• With cold water only

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What is the best initial treatment for a minor burn?

• Apply ice directly to the burn

• Cover the burn with butter

• Run cool water over the burn for several minutes

• Expose the burn to open air

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What is the correct way to immobilize a suspected fracture before professional medical help arrives?

• Bend the limb to its normal position

• Apply a tight bandage

• Use a splint to keep the limb straight

• Elevate the limb above the heart

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Which of the following is a sign of shock that would require immediate medical attention?

• A rapid, weak pulse

• A slow, strong pulse

• Increased thirst

• Red, flushed skin

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How often should rescue breaths be given in CPR for an adult?

• Every 5 seconds

• Every 10 seconds

• About every 6 seconds

• About every 5-6 seconds

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What is the correct sequence of steps for CPR?

• Airway, Defibrillation, Breathing, Compressions

• Compressions, Airway, Breathing, Defibrillation

• Defibrillation, Breathing, Compressions, Airway

• Airway, Compressions, Breathing, Defibrillation

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For a choking infant, what technique is recommended?

• Abdominal thrusts

• Back blows and chest thrusts

• Finger sweeps

• Encouraging to cough

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How should you treat a wound that is bleeding heavily?

• Wash the wound with warm water

• Apply a tourniquet above the wound

• Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth

• Elevate the wound above the heart

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