#1
What is the first step in assessing a medical emergency?
Administering medication
Calling emergency services
Checking for responsiveness
Performing CPR
#2
Which of the following is a symptom of anaphylaxis?
Fever
Difficulty breathing
Muscle cramps
Nausea
#3
Which of the following is NOT a sign of shock?
Pale, cool, clammy skin
Rapid, weak pulse
High blood pressure
Rapid, shallow breathing
#4
What is the recommended initial treatment for a severe allergic reaction?
Administering epinephrine
Offering water to drink
Applying a cold compress
Checking blood sugar levels
#5
Which of the following is a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Excessive thirst and urination
Slow, shallow breathing
Increased appetite
Decreased heart rate
#6
What is the recommended action if someone is experiencing a seizure?
Restrict their movement
Place a spoon in their mouth
Hold them down until the seizure stops
Clear the area to prevent injury, cushion their head, and loosen tight clothing
#7
Which of the following is a symptom of a pulmonary embolism?
Sudden severe headache
Sharp chest pain that worsens with deep breaths
Persistent vomiting
Slurred speech
#8
What is the recommended treatment for heat exhaustion?
Applying a heating pad to affected areas
Drinking a hot beverage
Moving to a cooler environment, resting, and rehydrating with cool fluids
Wearing extra layers of clothing
#9
Which of the following is a common symptom of hypoglycemia?
Excessive thirst
Confusion and irritability
High blood pressure
Hot, dry skin
#10
What is the recommended treatment for a minor burn?
Applying butter or oil to the burn
Covering the burn with a towel
Holding the burned area under hot water
Running cool water over the burn for at least 10 minutes
#11
What does the acronym ABC stand for in medical emergency assessment?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Assess, Breathing, Compressions
Alert, Breathing, Check
Ambulance, Breathing, Compression
#12
Which condition is characterized by a sudden interruption of blood flow to a part of the brain?
Heart attack
Stroke
Asthma attack
Diabetic coma
#13
Which of the following is a symptom of a heart attack?
Sudden chest pain that lasts for a few seconds
Sudden onset of nausea and vomiting
Gradual onset of joint pain
Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg
#14
In a conscious choking adult, what is the first action you should take?
Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Administer back blows
Offer a glass of water
Call emergency services
#15
What is the term for the technique used to manually clear a person's airway?
Tracheotomy
Nasogastric intubation
Endotracheal intubation
Head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver
#16
What is the primary treatment for a tension pneumothorax?
Administering antibiotics
Draining air from the chest cavity
Applying cold packs
Increasing fluid intake
#17
What is the most common cause of anaphylaxis?
Insect stings
High blood pressure
Poor nutrition
Dehydration
#18
Which of the following is a sign of a spinal injury?
Numbness or tingling in extremities
Increased appetite
Rapid pulse
Flushed skin
#19
Which of the following is a sign of internal bleeding?
Bright red blood from a wound
Nausea and vomiting
Cold, clammy skin
Clear fluid leaking from the ears
#20
What is the correct hand position for performing chest compressions during CPR on an adult?
Center of the chest, just below the nipples
Over the lower half of the sternum
Over the upper half of the sternum
Center of the chest, between the ribs
#21
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for CPR in adults?
#22
What is the recommended treatment for a second-degree burn?
Apply ice directly to the burn
Immerse the burn in warm water
Pop any blisters that form
Cover the burn loosely with a sterile, non-adhesive bandage
#23
What is the name for the medical device used to deliver a controlled electric shock to the heart during cardiac arrest?
Defibrillator
Pacemaker
Ventilator
Electrocardiogram (ECG) machine
#24
What is the first step in managing a chemical eye injury?
Rubbing the eye vigorously
Irrigating the eye with water or saline for at least 20 minutes
Applying an eye patch
Administering eye drops
#25
What is the first step in managing a suspected spinal injury?
Administering pain medication
Immobilizing the head and neck
Performing CPR
Checking for responsiveness