First Aid Quiz

When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?

• apply pressure

• apply bandage

• apply tourniquet

• elevate injured limb

Chemical burns should be treated by:

• applying pressure

• applying a lotion or cream

• scrubbing with soap and hot water

• rinsing away all traces of chemicals

Which of the following steps should be taken FIRST when it is believed a person may be choking?

• make a thumb-less fist

• perform abdominal thrusts

• apply a cold compress to face

• determine if the victim can speak or cough

If the skin is not broken following a heat or electrical burn, which of the following actions is recommended to treat the burn area?

• apply ointment

• immerse in cool water

• immerse in warm water

• apply warm compress

Which of the following steps should be taken if a person has fainted?

• stand the person up

• apply a cold compress

• apply a warm compress

• force the person to walk

In the case of a chemical injury to the eye, which of the following steps is recommended?

• flush eyeball with lukewarm water for 15 to 30 minutes

• flush eyeball with hot water for 45 minutes

• flush eyeball with cold water for 45 minutes

• flush eyeball with hot water for 3 to 5 minutes

If a victim appears to be having an allergic reaction, where could you locate information about product usage?

• DMS

• SDS

• SMD

• MDS

How long should you apply pressure when treating a bleeding wound ?

• 2 minutes

• 7 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 9 minutes