First Aid Assessment Quiz

What is the first step in assessing a responsive person?

• Call 911

• Check for life-threatening conditions

• Introduce yourself and gain consent to help

• Begin CPR

What does SAMPLE stand for?

• Signs, Allergies, Medications, Past history, Last oral intake, Events leading up

• Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Physical exam, Last meal, Events leading up

• Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past illnesses, Lab tests, Emergency procedures

• Signs, Actions, Medical history, Past surgeries, Last incident, Evidence

When should a head-to-toe assessment be conducted?

• On every patient

• Only when the patient requests it

• When no life-threatening conditions are found

• Immediately after calling 911

What should you do if you suspect a spinal injury?

• Move the patient to a comfortable position

• Keep the person still and aligned

• Tilt the person’s head to check for breathing

• Perform CPR immediately

What is the main purpose of checking vital signs?

• To provide a diagnosis

• To identify life-threatening conditions

• To decide if you should call 911

• To monitor breathing

Which of the following is NOT part of checking vital signs?

• Pulse

• Respiration

• Skin condition

• Blood sugar levels

What is the best way to assess an unresponsive person?

• Shake them until they wake up

• Use the AVPU scale

• Ask them to move their arms

• Look for SAMPLE clues

What does AVPU stand for?

• Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive

• Assess, Visualize, Protect, Understand

• Alertness, Vital signs, Pulse, Unconscious

• Ask, Verify, Perform, Understand

Which is a critical sign of a breathing problem?

• A pulse rate over 90

• Skin that is red and warm

How should you assess a person’s skin condition?

• By touching their skin to check for dryness

• By observing color, temperature, and moisture

• By comparing to your own skin

• By asking if they feel cold