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Chapter 28: First Aid and Emergencies

First Aid and Emergencies

1.
What is the first step you should take in an emergency situation?
A)Call for help.
B)Help the victim.
C)Check the situation.
D)Put on protective gloves.
2.
What kind of wound is characterized by a cut from a sharp object?
A)Laceration
B)Avulsion
C)Puncture
D)Bruise
3.
What kind of burn is characterized by blisters?
A)First-degree burn
B)Second-degree burn
C)Third-degree burn
D)All burns
4.
What is the first step in administering CPR?
A)Check the victim's breathing.
B)Check the victim's circulation.
C)Check the victim's airway.
D)Call for help.
5.
After how many CPR compressions should you stop to give rescue breaths?
A)15
B)20
C)7
D)3
6.
How is CPR different for children than for adults?
A)It is the same.
B)There are fewer compressions and breaths.
C)The first step for children is to check their circulation.
D)The first step for children is to call for help.
7.
Which is the least important reason to place an unconscious person into the recovery position?
A)It protects the airway.
B)It prevents choking.
C)It makes the person comfortable.
D)It allows fluids to drain.
8.
Which statement about rabies is false?
A)It is transmitted through animal bites.
B)It can be cured once symptoms appear.
C)Vaccines can be given before symptoms appear.
D)It is fatal if left untreated.
9.
Which action should NOT be taken in response to an eye injury?
A)Blink the eye.
B)Wash your hands before touching the eye.
C)Flush the eye with solution.
D)Rub the eye vigorously.
10.
Which action should NOT be taken in response to snake bite?
A)Call for help.
B)Keep the bitten area below heart level.
C)Put ice on the wound.
D)Keep the victim calm.
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