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First Aid
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Subjects
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health-sciences
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first-aid
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. If fractures are present or suspected
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2. Use when direct pressure - elevation - and pressure bandage do not stop severe bleeding
First Aid
Puncture
Other closed wounds
Pressure points
3. Skin scraped off - bleeding limited - infection must be prevented
The person
<5years
Wounds
Abrasion
4. Act of inhaling foreign matter - usually emesis - into the respiratory tract
Aspiration
Bleeding
Controlling bleeding
Direct pressure
5. Prevent infection - wash hands - use gloves - wash wound with soap and water - rinse with cool water - use sterile gauze to blot dry - apply sterile dressing - watch for signs of infection
First Aid for minor wounds
Check pulse site
Consciousness
Bleeding
6. Torn or separated from body - bleeding heavy - preserve body part
Laceration
Causes of shock
Resuscitation
Avulsion
7. A clinical set of signs and symptoms that are associated with an inadequate supply of blood to body organs - especially brain and heart
Shock
Purpose of First Aid
Endotracheal Intubation
Other closed wounds
8. Can bleed to death in a short period of time
Goals in the treatment of shock
Maintaining body temperature
The person
Hemorrhage
9. Below bandage to assess for presence of a pulse and there should be no discoloration of skin
Shock
Signs and symptoms of shock
Check pulse site
Mottled
10. Is the first priority in caring for wounds
Controlling bleeding
Cardiopulmonary
Triage
Incision
11. Hemorrhage or excessive loss of blood - excessive pain or infection - heart attack or stroke - poisoning of chemicals - drugs or gases - lack of oxygen - psychological trauma - dehydration from burns - vomiting - or diarrhea
Causes of shock
Check pulse site
Closed
Incision
12. Restoration of life or consciousness of a person who is apparently dead by using artificial respiration and cardiac massage
Purpose of First Aid
Toxin
Resuscitation
Causes of shock
13. Pulse is rapid - weak - and difficult to feel - hypertension or below normal and may not be obtainable
Circulatory system
Neck or spine injury
Pressure
<5years
14. Is the immediate care that is given to the victim of an injury or illness
4 Main Methods of Controlling Bleeding (DEPP)
First Aid
Hemorrhage
Controlling bleeding
15. Pertaining to the heart and lung
Other closed wounds
Neck or spine injury
Cardiopulmonary
Check pulse site
16. Do not move unless absolutely necessary
Purpose of First Aid
Neck or spine injury
Aspiration
Pressure
17. Subjective sensation or motor phenomenon that precedes and marks the onset of a seizure
Resuscitation
Aura
Wounds
Wounds
18. Body part cut off - preserve amputated part
Pressure bandage
Apply pressure
Amputation
<5years
19. Is most common in puncture sites and wounds that involve tissue damage under the skin
Tetanus bacteria
Signs and symptoms of cold wounds
Shock
Purpose of First Aid
20. Will stop bleeding
Signs of infection
Direct pressure
Positioning a shock victim
Main artery
21. Respirations are rapid - shallow and may be irregular
Integumentary system
Triage
Causes of shock
Respiratory system
22. To minimize the effect of the injury or illness until experts can take over
Bleeding
Amputation
Signs and symptoms of shock
Purpose of First Aid
23. Cold applications
Aura
Principles of care
bruise
Wounds
24. Pertaining to to a crisis or danger of death
Endotracheal Intubation
Cardiopulmonary
Critical
<5years
25. Swelling (edema) - fever (pryexia) - pain - redness (erthyemia) - heat - pus (pustacles) - red streaks leading from wound
Signs of infection
Hemorrhage
Positioning a shock victim
Circulatory system
26. Caused by sharp objects - bleeding limited - increase chance of infection
Puncture
4 Main Methods of Controlling Bleeding (DEPP)
Don't elevate
Goals in the treatment of shock
27. Responsiveness of the mind and to the impressions made by the senses
Wounds
Consciousness
Goals in the treatment of shock
Respiratory system
28. Pain and tenderness - swelling - deformity - cold and clammy skin - rapid and weak pulse - uncontrolled restlessness - vomited blood - blood in urine and feces
Abrasion
Signs and symptoms of cold wounds
Purpose of First Aid
Principles of care
29. Get tetanus shot
<5years
Toxin
Shock
Elevation
30. Sudden attack of a dz uncontrolled muscle movements of epilepsy
Aura
Check pulse site
<5years
Seizure
31. Setting priorities for care of victim(s)
Triage
Toxin
General position for shock victim
Circulatory system
32. Poison produced by animals - plants - or bacteria
Toxin
First Aid for minor wounds
Resuscitation
Pressure points
33. Can lead to death - even if injury is not fatal - can occur with any injury or illness requiring first aid
Apply pressure
Avulsion
First Aid for minor wounds
Shock
34. May cause internal bleeding - get medical help asap - check breathing and treat for shock - avoid unnecessary movement - avoid giving any fluid or food to victim
Check pulse site
Open
Other closed wounds
Triage
35. Skin pale and bluish gray - skin cool or cold - diaphoresis - rapid and weak pulse - respiration are rapid - shallow - and may be irregular - blood pressure is very low - general weakness - anxiety and extreme restlessness - excessive thirst - nausea
Signs and symptoms of shock
General position for shock victim
Other closed wounds
Blood Clots
36. Cover with blanket or other clothing - prevents chilling or exposure to cold - place blanket between ground and victim - avoid overheating - avoid giving victim anything to eat or drink
Respiratory system
Maintaining body temperature
Causes of shock
<5years
37. Result in bleeding - infection or tetanus
Incision
Don't elevate
Wounds
Endotracheal Intubation
38. Direct pressure - elevation - pressure bandage - pressure on pressure points
Integumentary system
Main artery
4 Main Methods of Controlling Bleeding (DEPP)
Pressure
39. Spotted - with patches of color. pertain to what you would see with a severely burned pt
Wounds
Puncture
Mottled
bruise
40. Placing a tube within or through the trachea
The person
Endotracheal Intubation
Maintaining body temperature
Mottled
41. Condition of acute failure of the peripheral circulation
Mottled
Wounds
Avulsion
Shock
42. Use when bleeding is under control - maintain direct pressure - apply additional dressing - use a roller bandage
Abrasion
4 Main Methods of Controlling Bleeding (DEPP)
Pressure bandage
Endotracheal Intubation
43. Instrument used to compress a bld vessel by application around an extremity
Controlling bleeding
Pressure
Integumentary system
Tourniquet
44. Brachial and femoral
Main pressure points
Elevation
Puncture
Toxin
45. Be alert to signs of shock - be prepared to treat shock in any victim - remain calm at all times - reassure the victim while providing care - obtain appropriate assistance or medical care asap
Principles of care
Maintaining body temperature
Cardiopulmonary
General position for shock victim
46. Can enter an open wound - lead to serious illness or death
Pressure
Tetanus bacteria
Laceration
Tourniquet
47. Directly to wound
Elevation
The person
Apply pressure
Signs of infection
48. Apply for 5 to 10 minutes or until bleeding stops
Apply pressure
Neck or spine injury
Pressure
Principles of care
49. Pressure should be applied to this - press against underlying bone
Causes of shock
Aspiration
Main artery
Maintaining body temperature
50. Raise above level of victims heart - continue to apply direct pressure while elevating
Main artery
Mottled
Circulatory system
Elevation