Medical Emergencies and Environmental Hazards Quiz

Test your knowledge on handling medical emergencies and environmental hazards. Learn essential first aid responses to save lives.

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What is the first step to take in case of a medical emergency?

Call emergency services

Administer first aid

Panic

Wait for someone else to take charge

Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

Shivering

Cold, clammy skin

Confusion and disorientation

Goosebumps

Which of the following is a symptom of a concussion?

Excessive bleeding from the nose

Severe headache

Sensitivity to light

Clear and coherent speech

What should you do if someone is choking and unable to speak or breathe?

Pat them on the back forcefully

Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)

Offer them a drink to wash down the obstruction

Wait for them to dislodge the object on their own

In a situation of carbon monoxide poisoning, what should you do first?

Open windows and doors to ventilate the area

Administer CPR immediately

Wait for symptoms to subside

Call a friend for advice

Which of the following actions is recommended for someone experiencing an allergic reaction?

Offer them a drink

Administer an EpiPen if available

Ignore the reaction and hope it goes away

Leave the person alone until they recover

What is the recommended treatment for someone suffering from hypothermia?

Give them a warm drink immediately

Rub their limbs vigorously to warm them up

Gradually rewarm them with blankets and warm clothing

Place them in a hot bath

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?

Chest pain or discomfort

Sudden weakness or numbness of the face or limbs

Nausea or lightheadedness

Sharp pain in the wrists

What is the most appropriate response to someone who is having a seizure?

Restraining their movements to prevent injury

Trying to force something into their mouth

Placing a pillow under their head and removing nearby hazards

Slapping them to try to wake them up

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What is the recommended course of action if someone is experiencing severe abdominal pain and vomiting blood?

Give them antacids

Have them lie down and rest

Immediately call emergency services

Ignore it and wait for it to pass

#11

What is the correct sequence of steps to perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)?

Airway, breathing, circulation

Breathing, airway, circulation

Circulation, airway, breathing

Breathing, circulation, airway

#12

What is the appropriate action if someone is having a diabetic emergency and is conscious?

Offer them sugary drinks or snacks

Inject them with insulin immediately

Have them lie down and rest

Administer glucagon if available

Medical Emergencies and Environmental Hazards Quiz

What is the first step to take in case of a medical emergency?

Which of the following is a symptom of heat stroke?

Which of the following is a symptom of a concussion?

What should you do if someone is choking and unable to speak or breathe?

In a situation of carbon monoxide poisoning, what should you do first?

Which of the following actions is recommended for someone experiencing an allergic reaction?

What is the recommended treatment for someone suffering from hypothermia?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?

What is the most appropriate response to someone who is having a seizure?

What is the recommended course of action if someone is experiencing severe abdominal pain and vomiting blood?

What is the correct sequence of steps to perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)?

What is the appropriate action if someone is having a diabetic emergency and is conscious?

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