First Aid and Health Quiz

What is the primary aim of first aid?

• To alleviate suffering and prevent further injury

• To provide long-term medical care

• To diagnose medical conditions

• To replace professional medical help

Which of the following is NOT a sign of choking?

• Inability to speak

• Coughing

• Cyanosis (blue skin)

• Clutching at the throat

What does the 'A' in the ABCs of first aid stand for?

• Action

• Assistance

• Airway

• Assessment

Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?

• Nausea

• Coughing

• Itching

• Headache

What should you do if someone is fainting?

• Leave them alone

• Give them water immediately

• Lay them flat and elevate their legs

• Shake them to wake them up

Which of the following is a proper first aid response for bleeding?

• Use ice directly on the wound

• Remove any embedded objects

• Apply direct pressure to the wound

• Apply a tourniquet immediately

What is the Heimlich maneuver used for?

• To clear an obstructed airway

• To assess injuries

• To treat burns

• To stop bleeding

Which of the following is a sign of poisoning?

• Visible bite marks

• Loss of consciousness

• Nausea and vomiting

• Swelling and redness

What is the first step in managing a burn?

• Wrap it tightly

• Cover it with a bandage

• Cool the burn under running water

• Apply butter to soothe the pain

What should you do if someone is having a seizure?

• Protect them from injury

• Leave them alone

• Hold them down

• Give them water