Essential First Aid Knowledge

What is the first step in assessing an injured person?

• Ensure the scene is safe.

• Administer first aid without assessing the scene.

• Check the person's vital signs first.

• Call for an ambulance immediately.

How do you perform CPR on an adult?

• Perform CPR by giving 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, and repeat.

• Give 15 chest compressions followed by 1 rescue breath.

• Perform CPR only by calling for help and waiting for emergency services.

• Administer CPR by alternating between chest compressions and abdominal thrusts.

What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in CPR?

• 40:2

• 30:2

• 20:5

• 15:1

What are the signs of a severe wound that requires immediate medical attention?

• Minor cuts and scrapes

• Signs of a severe wound include excessive bleeding, deep lacerations, signs of infection, exposed bone or tissue, and severe pain.

• Mild discomfort or pain

• Bruises and swelling

How should you clean a minor cut before bandaging it?

• Cover the cut with a dirty cloth before bandaging.

• Ignore the cut and apply the bandage immediately.

• Apply alcohol directly to the cut without cleaning it first.

• Clean the cut with water and mild soap, then dry and apply antiseptic before bandaging.

What is the purpose of applying pressure to a bleeding wound?

• To numb the pain in the wound.

• To reduce blood flow and promote clotting.

• To increase blood flow to the area.

• To clean the wound with pressure.

What are the symptoms of shock that you should look for in an injured person?

• Symptoms of shock include rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, confusion, pale skin, weakness, and low blood pressure.

• Bright red skin and increased appetite

• Severe headache and nausea

• High fever and sweating

How can you help someone who is in shock?

• Offer them a strong drink to calm down

• Yell at them to snap out of it

• Ensure safety, speak calmly, encourage slow breathing, offer reassurance, listen, and seek professional help if needed.

• Ignore them and walk away

What are the common symptoms of a concussion?

• Increased appetite, weight gain

• Headache, confusion, dizziness, nausea, balance problems, sensitivity to light or noise, difficulty concentrating.

• Joint pain, muscle cramps

• Fatigue, fever, rash

What should you do if someone shows signs of a concussion?

• Give the person a painkiller and send them home.

• Encourage the person to sleep immediately.

• Seek medical attention and monitor symptoms closely.

• Ignore the symptoms and continue normal activities.