First Aid for Traumatic Injuries Quiz

Test your knowledge on first aid for traumatic injuries with questions on bleeding wounds, burns, fractures, shock, and more.

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What is the first step to take in providing first aid for a bleeding wound?

Apply pressure to the wound

Clean the wound with soap and water

Elevate the injured area

Wrap the wound with a bandage

Which of the following is the most appropriate action for a person with a suspected neck or spine injury?

Move the person to a comfortable position

Keep the person still and wait for medical help

Offer the person a painkiller

Massage the affected area gently

What is the purpose of the 'ABC' approach in first aid?

To assess and treat airway, breathing, and circulation

To apply bandages correctly

To clean wounds effectively

To administer pain relief medications

Which of the following is a symptom of a concussion?

Nausea or vomiting

Increased energy level

Normal pupil reaction to light

Clear speech without slurring

What is the recommended position for someone experiencing a seizure?

Hold them down to prevent movement

Place a stick between their teeth

Clear the area around them and place them on their side

Administer a sedative immediately

What is the correct method for managing a severe burn?

Apply ice directly to the burn

Pierce any blisters that have formed

Cover the burn loosely with a sterile, non-adhesive bandage

Rub butter or oil onto the burn

In what order should you prioritize treatment if someone has multiple injuries?

Life-threatening injuries, then serious injuries, then minor injuries

Minor injuries, then life-threatening injuries, then serious injuries

Serious injuries, then minor injuries, then life-threatening injuries

Life-threatening injuries, then minor injuries, then serious injuries

What is the recommended action for a person experiencing a nosebleed?

Tilt the head back to stop bleeding

Lean forward and pinch the nostrils together

Place a cotton swab inside the nostril

Apply ice directly to the nose

When should you remove an impaled object from a wound?

Immediately to prevent further injury

After applying pressure to the wound

Only if it's blocking the airway

Never remove an impaled object

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What is the primary purpose of applying a splint to a fractured limb?

To reduce pain

To prevent movement and further injury

To improve circulation

To enhance healing

#11

Which of the following is NOT a sign of shock?

Rapid pulse

Pale, clammy skin

High blood pressure

Confusion or loss of consciousness

#12

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a fracture?

Swelling

Deformity

Normal range of motion

Pain

#13

What is the recommended treatment for a snakebite?

Apply a tourniquet above the bite

Suck the venom out of the wound

Clean the wound and keep the affected limb still

Apply heat to the bite area

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What should you do if you suspect someone has suffered a spinal injury?

Move them into a more comfortable position

Keep their head and neck aligned and still

Encourage them to move to assess their mobility

Apply heat to the affected area