Breathing Problems and Emergencies Quiz

What can cause breathing problems due to a blockage of the airways?

• Mild or severe blockage

• High blood pressure

• Low blood sugar

• Dehydration

Which of the following is a type of breathing emergency?

• Heartburn

• Allergic reaction

• Headache

• Fever

What are some causes of breathing problems?

• Heart attack, Stroke, Allergic reaction, Asthma, Chronic illnesses

• Fever, Cold, Cough, Sore throat

• High blood pressure, Diabetes, Obesity, Fatigue

• Dehydration, Sunburn, Heatstroke, Exhaustion

Which of the following lists three causes of breathing problems?

• Asthma, allergies, and infections

• Asthma, broken bones, and tooth decay

• Allergies, headaches, and stomach pain

• Infections, sprained ankle, and fever

Signs of breathing problems include:

• Shortness of breath

• Increased appetite

• Improved sleep quality

• Clear skin

Someone would need to use an inhaler when:

• they have difficulty breathing due to asthma or another respiratory condition.

• they have a headache.

• they have a stomach ache.

• they have a broken bone.

What is choking?

• When food or another object is stuck in the airway

• When someone has a sore throat

• When someone is coughing

• When someone is sneezing

What is a potential cause of choking in children?

• Only food

• Only liquids

• Food or foreign objects

• Only small toys

What is the correct procedure for helping an adult who is choking?

• Pat them on the back

• Give abdominal thrusts slightly above the belly button

• Give them water to drink

• Call for help and wait

What should you do with your hands when performing the Heimlich maneuver on an adult?

• Clap your hands together

• Make a fist with one hand and grasp it with the other hand

• Place your hands on their shoulders

• Hold their head