WorksheetsSAFETY AND FIRST AID - SUMMATIVE EXAM
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
A marathon runner collapses at the finish line. They are conscious but confused, and their muscles are twitching uncontrollably. They admit to drinking "gallons of plain water" during the race but ate no gels or food. Analyze the physiological imbalance occurring here.
They are dehydrated and need more water immediately.
They are suffering from Hyponatremia (water intoxication), causing a dangerous dilution of Sodium electrolytes.
They are experiencing a sugar crash and just need rest.
They have a Vitamin C deficiency causing muscle weakness.
You are planning a diet for a female gymnast recovering from a stress fracture. Evaluating the role of micronutrients in bone repair, which combination should be prioritized in her recovery meal plan?
Vitamin C and Iron.
Potassium and Sodium.
Vitamin A and Zinc.
Calcium and Vitamin D (to aid calcium absorption).
A high-school football team is training on a field located next to a busy highway during rush hour. Several players complain of wheezing and dizziness. Analyzing the environmental factors, what is the primary hazard?
The noise pollution is affecting their balance.
High levels of Carbon Monoxide and particulate matter are compromising their respiratory efficiency (Poor Air Quality).
The vibration from the cars is causing muscle fatigue.
They are allergic to the grass.
During a hiking trip, you notice a "Leave No Trace" sign. You have finished eating a banana. Applying environmental ethics and sanitation safety, what is the correct action?
Throw the peel into the bushes; it is biodegradable and natural.
Bury it in the soil to help it decompose faster.
Pack it out (carry it with you) in a sealed bag, as fruit peels take months to decompose and can attract wildlife to hiking trails, creating safety hazards.
Feed it to a nearby animal.
An athlete experiences frequent fatigue and shortness of breath during aerobic exercise, despite getting enough sleep. A blood test reveals low hemoglobin. Which mineral deficiency is the likely culprit, and how does it affect performance?
Magnesium; it causes cramps.
Iron; it reduces the blood's ability to transport oxygen to working muscles.
Calcium; it weakens the bones.
Zinc; it lowers immunity.
You are evaluating a new community gym. Which of the following observations represents a violation of "Environmental Health and Sanitation" standards?
The gym has large windows for natural light.
The ventilation system is turned off to save power, resulting in a humid, stagnant, and moldy smell (poor air exchange).
There are spray bottles available for cleaning equipment.
The water fountain provides filtered water.
A wrestler is trying to "make weight" by restricting fluid intake and sitting in a sauna for hours. Evaluate the safety and nutritional impact of this strategy.
It helps detoxify the body of heavy metals.
It causes rapid weight loss via fat burning.
It is a safe and standard procedure in professional sports.
It causes dangerous dehydration and electrolyte imbalance, risking kidney failure and heat stroke, while only losing water weight, not fat.
During an outdoor volleyball game at noon, the "Heat Index" is reported to be 41°C, although the air temperature is only 33°C. Analyzing the difference, why is the Heat Index more critical for safety decisions?
Heat Index accounts for humidity, which inhibits sweat evaporation—the body's primary cooling mechanism—making it feel hotter and more dangerous.
It isn't; air temperature is the only accurate measure.
Heat Index measures the temperature of the ground surface.
Heat Index measures the UV radiation levels.
A swimmer suffers from frequent muscle cramps in their calves. They eat plenty of bananas (Potassium). Evaluating other potential nutritional causes, what other mineral deficiency is often linked to neuromuscular cramping?
Magnesium.
Iodine.
Vitamin A.
Iron.
You are leading a camping trip. The water source is a clear, flowing mountain stream. A student wants to drink directly from it. Applying safety protocols against waterborne diseases, what is your instruction?
Go ahead; moving water is always safe.
Add table salt; it kills most microbes.
Boil the water or use a certified filter/chemical purifier before drinking.
Let the water settle; sediment is the only concern.
A backpacking group needs drinking water from a stream. Which action best ensures the water is safe?
Drink if the water looks clear and calm
Taste a little first to test for safety
Do not drink until filtered or boiled
Check clarity only; clear water is always clean
Skim off surface debris before drinking
A vegetarian athlete wants a complete protein for muscle repair. Which approach achieves a full amino acid profile?
Combine incomplete plant proteins together
Rely solely on vitamin supplements
Avoid legumes to reduce fiber intake
Eat only leafy greens at every meal
Eat more fruit to raise energy
Emergency exits are blocked by stacked mats in a sports facility. How should this hazard be classified?
A routine security measure to prevent theft
A storage issue, not a safety problem
A critical fire and evacuation hazard
A temporary setup allowed during events
A minor inconvenience with no impact
Which vitamin is called the "Sunshine Vitamin" and often deficient in indoor athletes?
Vitamin A for vision and skin
Vitamin B12 for nerve health
Vitamin D for bones and immunity
Vitamin C for antioxidant support
Vitamin K for blood clotting
For a color run using powdered pigments, which safety criterion should the powder meet?
Water-resistant to prevent clumping
Brightly colored for visibility
Heavier particles to reduce drift
Non-toxic and biodegradable with PPE
Mixed with glitter for effect
Endurance cyclists practice carbohydrate loading. What primary benefit does this strategy provide?
Delayed energy via filled glycogen stores
Less need to drink during rides
Rapid weight loss before competition
Larger muscles for power sprints
Lower lactate during short intervals
You find an unconscious person near a live electrical wire. What is the first action following Scene Size-Up?
Check for a pulse immediately
Grab their hand to pull them away
Ensure power is off or the scene is safe
Pour water on them to wake them
Move them quickly before help arrives
A friend has a second-degree burn with blisters from boiling soup. What is the immediate treatment?
Cover tightly with adhesive bandage
Run cool water over the burn 10–20 minutes
Apply butter or toothpaste to soothe
Pop blisters to let fluid out
Pack the area with ice immediately
A player twists an ankle and swelling appears. In R.I.C.E.R., what is the purpose of Compression?
Prevent bruising by blocking circulation
Keep the foot warm during recovery
Stop blood flow completely to the foot
Minimize swelling by restricting fluid buildup
Numb the area to reduce pain
A diabetic student is conscious but hypoglycemic: confused, pale, and shaky. What is the best immediate nutrition response?
Offer only water to hydrate
Give a diet soda without sugar
Provide fast-acting carbohydrate like glucose
Encourage a light jog to raise sugar
Wait for lunch and monitor closely
While performing CPR you hear a crack and suspect a rib fracture. What modification should you make?
Press much softer on the chest
Roll the victim to their side briefly
Switch to rescue breaths only
Stop CPR immediately to prevent harm
Check hand placement and continue compressions
A deep laceration is bleeding profusely through a dressing after 10 minutes of direct pressure. What should you do next?
Rinse the wound to clear clots
Tie a tourniquet above the wound immediately
Add more dressings on top and maintain pressure
Remove the dressing and replace it
Stop pressure and elevate only
A hiker is bitten by a snake. You cannot identify the species. Which common "first aid" action is actually a dangerous myth that should be AVOIDED?
Cutting the wound to suck out the venom.
Removing tight jewelry.
Immobilizing the bitten limb.
Keeping the victim calm.
In a mass casualty event (e.g., bleacher collapse), you are triaging victims. One is screaming in pain; another is silent, pale, and breathing shallowly. Who is the priority?
The one with the smallest injury.
Neither; wait for the ambulance.
The silent one; silence often indicates shock, unconsciousness, or a blocked airway, which is life-threatening.
The screamer; they are in the most pain.
A student suffering from Asthma has an attack during a smoggy day (Environmental Trigger). They do not have their inhaler. What is the best positioning to assist their breathing while waiting for help?
Lying flat on their back.
Bending over with head between knees.
Sitting upright, slightly leaning forward (Tripod position), to expand the chest cavity.
Lying on their stomach.
You suspect a player has a spinal injury after a diving accident. They are face-up in the water and breathing. What is the critical handling principle?
Lift them by the arms.
Ask them to move their legs to check for paralysis.
Immobilize the head and neck in the water (minimize movement) and wait for a backboard; do not remove them without support unless necessary.
Drag them out quickly.
A construction worker (or heavy lifter) feels a "pop" in their lower abdomen followed by a bulge and sharp pain. Analyze the symptoms.
It is likely a Hernia (tissue protruding through a muscle wall).
It is a simple stomach cramp.
It is appendicitis.
It is a bruised hip.
While camping, a person displays signs of Hypothermia (shivering, confusion) despite it not being freezing weather. This was caused by wearing wet cotton clothes in the wind. Why is cotton dangerous in this environment?
Cotton is too thin.
Cotton is allergic to skin.
Cotton loses all insulating ability when wet and draws heat away from the body ("Cotton Kills").
Cotton attracts lightning.
A victim is choking but is coughing forcefully. Why do you NOT perform the Heimlich maneuver yet?
You need a doctor's permission.
You should give them water first.
Forceful coughing means the airway is only partially blocked; thrusts could dislodge the object inward. Encourage coughing instead.
They might be faking it.
What is the primary function of "Vitamin K" in a First Aid context?
It improves night vision.
It prevents hair loss.
It is essential for blood clotting; a deficiency can lead to uncontrolled bleeding from minor wounds.
It strengthens bones.
You are cleaning a wound in a wilderness setting. You have limited water. Which water source is safest for wound irrigation?
Ocean water.
River water.
Potable (drinking quality) water or boiled water.
Saliva.
A boxer takes a heavy blow to the head. They are conscious but vomit shortly after. Analyze this symptom in the context of head injuries.
It is normal fatigue.
It is a reaction to adrenaline.
It is food poisoning.
It is a sign of increased intracranial pressure (concussion/brain bleed) and requires immediate hospitalization.
Why is "checking the scene" for environmental hazards (gas leaks, fire, traffic) the first step in the Emergency Action Principle?
To see if there are witnesses.
To ensure the safety of the rescuer; if you become a victim, you cannot help anyone.
To take a photo for the report.
To find evidence of a crime.
An athlete suffering from "Night Blindness" might be advised to increase their intake of which micronutrient?
Vitamin K.
Iron.
Vitamin C.
Vitamin A.
A "Stress Fracture" in the foot of a long-distance runner is often a result of:
A single traumatic impact.
Repetitive overuse combined with poor recovery (rest/nutrition) and biomechanics.
Wearing shoes that are too soft.
Lack of stretching.
In the context of "Universal Precautions" during First Aid, why are gloves worn?
To prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens (HIV, Hepatitis) between rescuer and victim.
To look professional.
To prevent fingerprints.
To keep the hands warm.
A person has a tooth knocked out (avulsion). To maximize the chance of reimplantation, how should the tooth be transported?
Scrubbed with soap and dried.
In alcohol.
Wrapped in a dry tissue.
In a container of milk or the victim's own saliva to preserve the root cells.
Why is "Core Stability" crucial for preventing lower back injuries in recreation?
It prevents stomach aches.
It allows you to hold your breath longer.
It transfers force effectively and acts as a natural "corset" to support the spine during movement.
It looks good aesthetically.
A weightlifter blacks out (faints) after holding their breath while lifting a heavy weight. Identify the physiological phenomenon.
Muscle failure.
Hyperventilation.
Iron deficiency.
The Valsalva Maneuver, which increases intrathoracic pressure and reduces blood return to the heart.
During a summer sports camp, you notice the urine color chart in the restroom. A student's urine is dark yellow/amber. What does this indicate?
They are over-hydrated.
They have eaten too much protein.
They are dehydrated and need fluids.
They are well hydrated.
