LET 2 Chapter 4 Lesson 1 Exam

1. What is the primary goal of first aid in an emergency?

• A. To diagnose the condition
• B. To provide immediate care until professional help arrives
• C. To replace professional medical treatment
• D. To ensure the person is comfortable

2. In cases of severe bleeding, what should you do first?

• A. Apply direct pressure to the wound
• B. Give the person water to drink
• C. Wait for the bleeding to stop on its own
• D. Raise the person's feet above their head

3. If someone is choking and cannot cough or speak, what is the recommended action?

• A. Encourage them to cough harder
• B. Perform the Heimlich maneuver
• C. Give them a glass of water
• D. Ignore it as they will recover on their own

4. What should you do if you suspect someone is experiencing a heart attack?

• A. Have them lie down and rest without moving
• B. Call emergency services immediately
• C. Encourage them to exercise lightly
• D. Wait to see if symptoms improve

5. Which of the following is a sign of shock?

• A. Warm skin
• B. Shallow breathing
• C. Stable pulse
• D. Clear speech

6. First aid for burns includes __________ the burned area under cool, running water.

7. To help a person who is unconscious and not breathing, you may need to perform __________.

8. For minor cuts and scrapes, clean the wound with water and apply an __________ to prevent infection.

9. If a person is in shock, you should keep them __________ and comfortable until help arrives.

10. __________ is a technique used to dislodge objects blocking the airway in a choking emergency.