#1
Which of the following is a common cause of first-degree burns?
Chemical exposure
Sunburn
Contact with hot liquids
Electrical shock
#2
What is the recommended first aid treatment for a minor burn?
Apply ice directly to the burn
Pop any blisters that form
Immerse the burn in cold water for 10-15 minutes
Wrap the burn in a dry cloth
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of electrical burns?
Lightning strike
Touching exposed wiring
Contact with hot surfaces
Faulty electrical appliances
#4
What is the term for a burn that affects only the outer layer of skin, causing redness and pain?
First-degree burn
Second-degree burn
Third-degree burn
Chemical burn
#5
What is the recommended method for cooling a burn?
Apply ice directly to the burn
Place the burn under running cold water
Wrap the burn in a warm towel
Apply a warm compress to the burn
#6
Which of the following substances should NOT be used to treat a burn?
Aloe vera gel
Butter
Petroleum jelly
Honey
#7
What percentage of the body's surface area is considered a critical burn in adults?
#8
Which layer of the skin is affected in a second-degree burn?
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
Subcutaneous tissue
#9
Which type of burn involves damage to all layers of the skin and may also affect muscles and bones?
First-degree burn
Second-degree burn
Third-degree burn
Chemical burn
#10
What is the recommended action if someone experiences a chemical burn?
Apply ice to the affected area
Flush the area with water for at least 20 minutes
Apply butter or oil to neutralize the chemical
Cover the area with a tight bandage
#11
What is the recommended action for clothing stuck to a burn?
Apply oil or butter to loosen the clothing
Remove the clothing immediately
Cut around the clothing and leave it in place
Pour water over the clothing to dissolve it
#12
Which of the following is a symptom of shock in a burn victim?
Decreased heart rate
Increased blood pressure
Pale, clammy skin
Rapid, shallow breathing
#13
What is the primary goal of treating a severe burn?
Preventing infection
Alleviating pain
Minimizing scarring
All of the above
#14
Which of the following is a sign of infection in a burn wound?
Increased redness and swelling
Decreased pain
Formation of blisters
Yellowish discharge
#15
What is the rule of nines used for in the assessment of burns?
To estimate the percentage of body surface area affected by burns
To determine the depth of a burn injury
To assess the risk of infection in burn wounds
To calculate the amount of fluid replacement needed
#16
What is the primary cause of death in severe burn cases?
Infection
Hypothermia
Dehydration
Organ failure
#17
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing burn severity?
Depth of the burn
Age of the individual
Location of the burn
Time of day the burn occurred