Multiple Choice Questions of first aid
1. What is the first step you should take when administering first aid to someone who is unconscious and not breathing?
a) Check for any open wounds
b) Check for a pulse
c) Begin CPR
d) Call for emergency medical help
2. Which of the following should you do if someone is experiencing a severe burn?
a) Apply ice directly to the burn
b) Cover the burn with a sterile bandage
c) Pop any blisters that have formed
d) Rinse the burn with warm water for at least 10 minutes
3. What is the correct way to treat a minor cut or scrape?
a) Apply a tourniquet to stop the bleeding
b) Rinse the wound with hydrogen peroxide
c) Apply an antibiotic ointment and cover with a sterile bandage
d) Use tweezers to remove any debris from the wound
4. What is the recommended technique for providing first aid to someone who is choking?
a) Give them water to drink
b) Slap them on the back
c) Perform the Heimlich maneuver
d) Do nothing and wait for the person to clear their own airway
5. Which of the following is a symptom of a heart attack?
a) Rapid breathing
b) Chest pain or discomfort
c) Nausea and vomiting
d) All of the above
6. How should you treat a nosebleed?
a) Pinch the nostrils together and lean forward
b) Tilt the head back and apply pressure to the upper lip
c) Pack the nose with cotton balls or tissue
d) Apply ice directly to the nose
7. If someone is experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), what is the first step you should take?
a) Give them an antihistamine medication
b) Elevate their feet to improve blood flow
c) Inject them with epinephrine (EpiPen) if available
d) Offer them a glass of water to drink
8. How should you treat a sprained ankle?
a) Apply heat to the affected area
b) Wrap the ankle tightly with an elastic bandage
c) Elevate the leg and apply ice to reduce swelling
d) Massage the ankle to improve circulation
9. What is the recommended technique for removing a bee stinger from the skin?
a) Scrape the stinger off with a credit card or fingernail
b) Apply ice to numb the area and pull the stinger out with tweezers
c) Suck the venom out with your mouth
d) None of the above
10. What should you do if someone is experiencing a seizure?
a) Hold them down to prevent injury
b) Try to open their mouth and insert a spoon or other object to prevent choking
c) Move any objects out of their way to prevent injury
d) Offer them a drink or food to help calm them down
Answers:
1. d) Call for emergency medical help
2. b) Cover the burn with a sterile bandage
3. c) Apply an antibiotic ointment and cover with a sterile bandage
4. c) Perform the Heimlich maneuver
5. b) Chest pain or discomfort
6. a) Pinch the nostrils together and lean forward
7. c) Inject them with epinephrine (EpiPen) if available
8. c) Elevate the leg and apply ice to reduce swelling
9. a) Scrape the stinger off with a credit card or fingernail
10. c) Move any objects out of their way to prevent injury