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WorksheetsHEALTH QUIZ on Chapter 27 "First Aid & Emergencies"
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
What is the very first action you take when you think someone needs first aid?
call 9-1-1
see if the scene is safe
ask if you can help them
check to see if they are responding
In the US, what number do you call when you need emergency help?
911
611
711
919
What Does CPR Stand For?
Cardiopassionate Revival
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiohelper Rescue
What is a device that delivers an electric shock to the heart to help it beat properly?
AED
Inhaler
epi-pen
Do all injuries get the same treatment?
Yes
No
When using direct pressure to control
non-life-threatening bleeding from an open wound,
you should:
bleeding has stopped.
become saturated with blood.
direct pressure until the bleeding stops, and
then bandage the wound.
spinal injury. What should you do?
she is in until emergency medical services
(EMS) personnel arrive and take over.
and shake the head from side to side to see if
there is any pain or difficulty with movement.
What should you do if an adult appears to be choking on a piece of food and is coughing?
Let the person continue coughing
Use abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) to expel the food
Vigorously pat the person on the back
Reach inside the person’s mouth and attempt to clear the airway
When you try to give an unresponsive adult a rescue breath and the chest does not appear to rise, what would you do next?
Perform abdominal thrusts
Begin CPR
Go call 911
Repeat the head tilt/chin lift maneuver and attempt the breath again
What does practicing universal precautions protect you from?
getting blood on you
the spread of diseases
the gross stuff
touching someone
Which step DOES NOT belong when you are trying to control bleeding?
Raise the wound above the heart.
Cover with clean gauze or a clean cloth.
Rub dirt in the wound to control bleeding.
Secure wound.
Apply pressure.
The Good Samaritan Law protects you from
being sued when to apply first aid to a someone
from getting hurt.
If a 1st degree or 2nd degree burn is located on your face, hands or feet you should do what?
Wait till it heals.
Stay out of the sun.
See a doctor.
Put mustard on it.
Before performing CPR you should have someone call 911.
True
False
Which is NOT a sign of choking?
Someone clutching their neck
Can’t speak
The face is black and blue
Someone is clutching their stomach
You should loosen the clothes of someone who has gone into shock.
True
False
What type of burn is the most severe?
1st degree
2nd degree
3rd degree
Where should you stand when preforming abdominal thrusts on a choking victim?
Behind
In front
Left Side
Right Side
How do you treat a 2nd degree burn?
Rub butter on the burn
Put ice directly on the burn
Run the burn under cool water for 10 minutes then apply a sterile dressing
How do you treat an arm fracture?
Splint
Shove the arm back into place
Duct Tape
A wound is a break or tear in the skin.
True
False
What type of burn has no pain?
1st degree
2nd degree
3rd degree
What are the 3 types of burns?
Sunburn, Grease burn & Oil Burn
Bad, Worse & Worst
1st Degree, 2nd Degree & 3rd Degree
To stop bleeding from a wound you would apply direct pressure.
True
False
If you are choking and alone, you can perform abdominal thrusts on yourself by using a chair.
True
False
An example of universal precautions would be:
Wearing disposable gloves
Disposing of bodily fluids properly
Not touching your eyes, nose, ears, and mouth while giving care
All of these are examples
Which of the following life threatening situations should result in immediate contact with 911?
Unconsciousness
Choking
Severe burns and bleeding
All of the above
______ refers to someone who moves, speaks, blinks, or otherwise reacts when you tap them an ask if they are okay.
Unresponsive
Agitated
Responsive
Treatable
Which of the following are reasons to phone 911? Choose all that apply.
Person doesn't respond to voice or touch.
Person has chest discomfort or signs of stroke.
Patient has a breathing problem / is gasping
Person has a severe injury/burn/ bleeding or is having or has had a seizure.
Person can't move a body part, has received an electric shock, or has been exposed to poison.
If you are alone you should do which of the following?
Shout for help.
Phone 911 and put the cell phone on speaker mode
Follow the dispatcher's instructions
Don't hang up until the dispatcher tells you to
All of the above
Which of the following is true about when it is okay to move an ill or injured person?
Generally do not move - esp if suspect a spine or pelvic injury.
Move only if area is unsafe for you or the injured ill person - do the clothes drag to move them.
If unresponsive and breathing and no suspected spine / pelvic injury you may roll onto side to keep their airway open / prevent aspiration of vomit, etc.
All of the above
What is the first thing to do in assessing an emergency situation?
Check the vital signs of the victim
Do a head-to-toe examination
Survey if the scene is safe
Perform CPR to the Victim
Common emergencies include bone, joint, and muscle injuries.
True
False
What degree burn is this?
First Degree
Second Degree
Third Degree
Fourth Degree
Which of the following should you put on a burn?
Butter
Oil
Cool Water
Ice Water
Select all cuts someone should go to the ER for.
Cuts that won't stop bleeding after 30 seconds
Bites from animals / people
Cuts from rusty / jagged objects
Cuts that cut through veins / arteries
Wounds from an impaled object
Which of the following is NOT a goal of first aid
preserving life
alleviate suffering
promote recovery
receiving compensation
What is the first role of the first aid provider
decide to help
take the appropriate actions
recognize the emergencies
What is the correct first aid for a nosebleed?
stuff the person’s nose with gauze pads while the person lies flat.
press both sides of the person’s nose while the person sits and leans forward.
lightly press on the person’s nose while the person sits and leans back.
tightly wrap gauze around the person’s head and nose while the person sits and leans
back.
What should a citizen responder do for someone who has a PARTIALLY blocked airway?
5 Back Blows
5 Abdominal Thrusts
Encourage them to continue coughing
Modified CPR
When controlling bleeding, you should remove the first layer of gauze before adding more?
True
False
When applying direct pressure, you should use...
Your thumb
Two fingers
Palm of your hand
Fist with knuckles against the wound
A teen falls off his bike and hits his head - he was not wearing a helmet.
Is this an emergency?
Yes
No
What are some essential items to include in an emergency supplies checklist for a hurricane?
candles, matches, and lighters
extra clothing and blankets
books and board games
non-perishable food, water, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, medications, personal hygiene items, cash, important documents, and a portable phone charger
What is the purpose of an emergency supplies checklist?
To ensure individuals have all necessary items and resources in case of a vacation.
To provide a list of non-essential items for emergencies.
To ensure individuals have all necessary items and resources in case of an emergency or disaster.
To create unnecessary panic among individuals.
What should you do if a tornado warning is issued?
Go outside to watch the storm
Continue with your daily activities
Immediately take shelter
Ignore the warning
What is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?
A watch means a tornado is occurring; a warning means it might occur
A watch means conditions are favorable for a tornado; a warning means a tornado has been sighted
A watch is issued after a tornado; a warning is issued before
There is no difference
Which of the following is NOT a safe place to take shelter during a tornado?
A storm cellar
A basement
A mobile home
An inside room without windows
