#1
What is the first step to take when encountering a conscious choking adult?
Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Give back blows
Administer CPR
Offer a glass of water
#2
In CPR, what does the acronym 'CPR' stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiac Pumping Response
Circulatory Pressure Recovery
Critical Pneumonic Respiration
#3
In the context of first aid, what does the acronym 'AED' stand for?
Automatic Emergency Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Device
Automated External Defibrillator
Aid for Emergency Diagnostics
#4
What does the term 'RICE' refer to in the context of treating injuries?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Rub, Inject, Cover, Evaluate
Recovery, Immobilize, Cold, Exercise
Relax, Inhale, Cough, Exhale
#5
What is the purpose of the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) in first aid?
To control bleeding
To clear an obstructed airway
To immobilize a fractured limb
To assess responsiveness
#6
When providing first aid for a nosebleed, what is the correct position for the person to be in?
Leaning forward
Leaning backward
Lying on their back
Sitting upright with head tilted forward
#7
Which of the following is a symptom of a heart attack?
Excessive sweating
Increased appetite
Blurred vision
Cold feet
#8
What is the recommended first aid for a second-degree burn?
Apply ice directly to the burn
Immerse the burn in cold water
Cover the burn with a dry sterile dressing
Expose the burn to open air
#9
What is the purpose of the recovery position in first aid?
To induce vomiting
To maintain an open airway and assist breathing
To prevent shock
To immobilize fractures
#10
When performing CPR on an adult, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio?
30 compressions to 2 ventilations
15 compressions to 2 ventilations
5 compressions to 1 ventilation
10 compressions to 1 ventilation
#11
What is the recommended first aid response for a snake bite?
Apply a tourniquet above the bite area
Suck out the venom
Wash the bite area with soap and water
Keep the affected limb immobilized and seek medical help
#12
When assessing a person's level of consciousness, what does the AVPU scale stand for?
Awake, Verbal, Pained, Unconscious
Alert, Verbal, Painful, Unresponsive
Active, Vocal, Painful, Unconscious
Awake, Vocal, Pained, Unresponsive
#13
Which of the following is a common symptom of shock?
Low blood pressure
Increased heart rate
High body temperature
Rapid breathing
#14
What should you do if someone is experiencing an allergic reaction and has difficulty breathing?
Offer them a drink of water
Administer an antihistamine
Call for emergency medical assistance and use an epinephrine auto-injector if available
Apply a tourniquet
#15
What is the primary purpose of an emergency tracheostomy?
To assist in breathing
To stop bleeding
To administer medication
To treat shock
#16
What is the correct sequence for applying bandages to a wound?
Dress the wound, secure the bandage, tie a knot
Secure the bandage, tie a knot, dress the wound
Tie a knot, dress the wound, secure the bandage
Dress the wound, tie a knot, secure the bandage
#17
Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?
Pale skin
Cool, clammy skin
Confusion and rapid pulse
Shivering
#18
In first aid, what is the primary purpose of a tourniquet?
To prevent infection
To control bleeding in a limb
To secure a bandage
To splint a fracture