First Aid for Australia's Most Common Sports Injuries Quiz

What is the first step in managing a head injury if the casualty is conscious?

• Call triple zero (000) for medical assistance

• Apply an ice pack to the head

• Lay the casualty down and slightly raise the head and shoulders

• Move the casualty into the recovery position

What should you do if a casualty with a fractured nose is bleeding?

• Lay the casualty down flat

• Apply heat to the nose

• Sit the casualty upright and position head slightly forward

• Ask the casualty to blow their nose

Which of the following is NOT advised for managing a corked thigh?

• Avoid HARM

• Stretch the muscles

• Seek medical assistance

• Follow RICE

What is the recommended action for a dislocated finger or thumb?

• Try to reposition the finger or thumb

• Apply a 'buddy-strap' to the neighboring finger

• Massage the injured area

• Ignore the injury

What should you NOT do when managing a mallet finger?

• Apply an icepack to the injured area

• Elevate the hand

• Try to straighten the finger by pulling

• Apply a 'buddy-strap' to the neighboring finger

What is the first step in managing winding?

• Apply a cold compress

• Sit the casualty down

• Massage the abdominal area

• Pump the legs

What should you do if a casualty is experiencing muscle cramps?

• Encourage the casualty to continue physical activity

• Apply heat to the muscle

• Ignore the cramps

• Provide water to hydrate

What is the first step in the DRSABCD action plan for first aid?

• Start CPR

• Check for danger

• Send for help

• Open the airway

What should you do if blood or fluid is discharging from the ear of a casualty with a head injury?

• Compress the ear to stop the fluid

• Turn the casualty on their side and position a sterile dressing under the ear

• Apply heat to the ear

• Ignore the fluid

What is the purpose of applying ice packs or cold, wet towels to a fractured nose?

• To stop bleeding

• To increase blood flow

• To reduce swelling

• To warm the area