Recognizing and Managing Medical Emergencies Quiz

Test your knowledge on heart attacks, strokes, burns, seizures & more. Learn life-saving techniques in medical emergencies.

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Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?

Persistent cough

Severe headache

Chest pain or discomfort

Joint pain

What is the first step to take when encountering someone who has collapsed and is unconscious?

Check for breathing

Start CPR immediately

Call for emergency medical help

Check for any visible injuries

What should you do if you suspect someone is having a stroke?

Offer them water to drink

Encourage them to take deep breaths

Give them aspirin to chew (if not allergic)

Call emergency services immediately

In the case of severe bleeding, what is the best way to control it?

Elevate the wound above the heart

Apply direct pressure on the wound

Sprinkle salt on the wound

Apply ice packs around the wound

What is the recommended position for someone experiencing a fainting spell?

Lying flat on their back (supine position)

Sitting up with their head between their knees

Standing with support against a wall

Lying face down (prone position)

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

Excessive thirst

Fruity-smelling breath

Rapid weight gain

Confusion or unconsciousness

What is the recommended treatment for someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)?

Offer them a painkiller

Inject them with an antihistamine

Administer an epinephrine injection (EpiPen)

Give them a cold compress

What is the primary treatment for someone experiencing a severe asthma attack?

Apply a warm compress to the chest

Administer a rescue inhaler (e.g., albuterol)

Give them a decongestant tablet

Encourage them to lie flat on their back

What is the primary cause of a tension pneumothorax?

Gunshot wound

Blunt force trauma to the chest

A sudden increase in pressure within the chest cavity

A tear in the lung tissue

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What is the recommended treatment for a diabetic experiencing severe hypoglycemia who is unconscious and unable to swallow?

Administer insulin

Administer glucagon injection

Offer them sugar water to drink

Wait for them to regain consciousness