Medical Emergencies and First Aid Quiz

Ensures the safety of both the rescuer and the victim.

Indicates that the airway is not completely blocked and allows time for the person to clear the obstruction themselves.

Indicates distress and obstruction of the airway.

Shock typically presents with pale, cool, and clammy skin due to decreased blood flow.

Prevents injury during seizure activity and ensures clear airway.

Standard ratio recommended by CPR guidelines for effective chest compressions and ventilation.

Critical for accessing immediate medical assistance and potentially life-saving interventions.

Assists in breathing by allowing better expansion of the lungs.

Effectively stops arterial bleeding by restricting blood flow to the injury site.

Used to deliver a controlled electric shock to the heart to correct life-threatening arrhythmias.

Protects the wound from infection and promotes healing.

Reduces risk of infection but does not remove venom.

Raises blood sugar levels to treat hypoglycemia in diabetic emergencies.

Counteracts severe allergic reactions by opening airways and improving blood circulation.

Time-sensitive intervention is crucial to minimize brain damage and improve outcomes.