First aid final
When giving chest thrusts to an unconscious child, you would compress the chest at a rate of at least how many compressions per minute? A) 100 B) 250 C) 200 D) 150
A) 100
When performing CPR on a child, you would compress the chest at a rate of: A) 100 compressions per minute B) Between 60 and 80 per minute C) 9 compressions in 5 seconds D) 5 compressions in about 3 seconds
A) 100 compressions per minute
A complete cycle of compressions and breaths when performing CPR for an adult should take about: A) 24 seconds B) 12 seconds C) 30 seconds D) 18 seconds
A) 24 seconds
The cycle of compressions to breaths in CPR for a child is: A) 30 compressions for every 2 breaths B) 5 compressions for every 1 breath C) 5 compressions for every 2 breaths D) 30 compressions for every 4 breaths
A) 30 compressions for every 2 breaths
The cycle of compressions to breaths in CPR for an adult is: A) 30 compressions for every 2 breaths B) 5 compressions for every 1 breath C) 5 compressions for every 2 breaths D) 30 compressions for every 4 breaths
A) 30 compressions for every 2 breaths
Because of the choking hazard, children should not be given peanuts to eat until they are what age? A) 7 B) 10 C) 2 D) 4
A) 7
Which of the following represents a life-threatening condition? A) A conscious person with persistent chest pain B) An unconscious person who wakes when you gently tap his or her shoulder C) A conscious person who refuses to give you consent to provide care D) A conscious person with a broken arm
A) A conscious person with persistent chest pain
Which of the following may indicate a serious head, neck or spinal injury? A) A person involved in a diving accident B) A laceration to the face C) A gunshot wound to the thigh D) A severe blunt force to the extremities
A) A person involved in a diving accident
The most widely used and abused depressant in the United States is: A) Alcohol. B) Caffeine. C) Phencyclidine. D) Valium.
A) Alcohol
When caring for a large laceration to the neck, you should apply: A) An occlusive dressing to avoid getting air into a vein. B) A cold pressure dressing on the back of the neck. C) Direct pressure to the carotid arteries. D) A large dressing tied around the neck.
A) An occlusive dressing to avoid getting air into a vein.
After removing a tick, which action would be most appropriate when giving care to the entry site? A) Applying an antiseptic and antibiotic ointment if possible B) Coating the site with petroleum jelly in case any part of the tick is left in the wound C) Applying an ice pack to prevent further infection D) Immersing the wound area in a container of warm soapy water
A) Applying an antiseptic and antibiotic ointment if possible
One signal of respiratory distress in an infant is: A) Breathing noisily B) Breathing calmly and quietly C) Being asleep with calm breathing D) Being awake and alert
A) Breathing noisily
You are alone and performing cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts on a conscious child who is choking. This child becomes unconscious after a minute or two. You gently lower the child to the floor and do which of the following next? A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number B) Continue giving abdominal thrusts immediately C) Reposition the child's head D) Perform a finger sweep
A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
You are giving care to a person having an asthma attack. The person uses his quick-relief medication but his breathing does not improve after doing so. Which of the following would you do next? A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number B) Ensure the person is covered with a blanket C) Continue to monitor the person's condition D) Have the person sit up more erect
A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
You are swimming in the ocean and receive a bite on the leg from something in the water. As you exit the water, you notice there is a red painful area where you think the bite occurred. What should you do? A) Call, or have someone else call, 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. B) Put vinegar on the wound to reduce the pain. C) Flush the area with cool fresh water to remove the venom. D) Immediately soak your leg in hot water.
A) Call, or have someone else call, 9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
General care for head, neck and spinal injuries includes which of the following? A) Caring for life-threatening conditions B) Cooling the body C) Performing CPR D) Placing a splint on the neck only
A) Caring for life-threatening conditions
Which of the following would be best to do if you encounter a snake while you are on a hiking trip? A) Check for other snakes, then turn and walk back the way you came. B) Jump up and down to scare the snake away. C) Spray it with snake repellant, then walk back the way you came. D) Stay very still until the snake leaves the area, then continue your hike.
A) Check for other snakes, then turn and walk back the way you came.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): A) Circulates blood that contains oxygen to the vital organs B) Consists only of manual compressions of the chest C) Restores near-normal blood flow in a victim D) Is effective over 70 percent of the time
A) Circulates blood that contains oxygen to the vital organs
A person has sustained an injury to a finger. Which of the following would you be least likely to use to splint the injury? A) Cotton balls B) Ice cream stick C) Adjacent finger D) Tongue depressor
A) Cotton balls
Barbiturates, benzodiazepines and alcohol are classified as which of the following? A) Depressants B) Hallucinogens C) Stimulants D) Narcotics
A) Depressants
A person with angina tells you that he is prescribed nitroglycerin. You understand that this medication works by: A) Dilating blood vessels B) Constricting blood vessels C) Relieving the pressure D) Reducing the heart rate
A) Dilating blood vessels
The forearm describes that portion of the upper extremity from the: A) Elbow to the wrist. B) Fingers to the wrist. C) Shoulder to the finger. D) Shoulder to the elbow.
A) Elbow to the wrist.
You are checking a child for non-life-threatening conditions. Which of the following would be most appropriate for you to do? A) Get at eye level with the child B) Touch the child and then observe him or her C) Begin examining the child from the head down D) Talk quickly and loudly to the child
A) Get at eye level with the child
You come upon a person who has a flushed face and is claiming to hear noises that you cannot hear. The person, initially, is calm then suddenly becomes quite upset and agitated. You suspect that the person might have abused or misused which substance? A) Hallucinogen B) Stimulant C) Depressant D) Cannabis product
A) Hallucinogen
A person who has fallen is sitting on the ground complaining of pain in the lower left leg. Someone else has already called 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. How could you help care for this person while waiting for EMS personnel to arrive? A) Have the person rest in the most comfortable position. B) Splint it to the other leg to prevent further injury. C) Place a binder on the injured leg to reduce pain and swelling. D) Lift the leg up so you can put some blankets underneath it.
A) Have the person rest in the most comfortable position
Which of the following would you expect to find initially if a person is developing Ehrlichiosis? A) Headache B) Cough C) Diarrhea D) Confusion
A) Headache
A conscious person is choking and you are preparing to give back blows. You would give back blows between the shoulder blades with which of the following? A) Heel of one hand B) Knuckles C) The tips of your fingers D) Your whole hand, flat against the body
A) Heel of one hand
A male has sustained a blow to his scrotal area. Which of the following would you apply first? A) Ice pack B) Sterile gauze dressing C) Saline-moistened gauze D) Warm compresses
A) Ice pack
You would use which technique to minimize movement of the head and neck? A) Manual stabilization B) The jaw thrust C) The chin-lift D) Traction-pull
A) Manual stabilization
A small-volume nebulizer administers asthma medication in which form? A) Mist B) Pill C) Dry powder D) Liquid
A) Mist
West Nile Virus is caused by the bite of which of the following? A) Mosquito B) Tick C) Bee D) Brown recluse spider
A) Mosquito
A signal for a snakebite may include: A) One or two distinct puncture wounds at the entry site. B) A rash that looks like a bull's-eye pattern on the skin. C) A venom sac that remains at the entry site. D) A blood-filled blister at the entry site.
A) One or two distinct puncture wounds at the entry site.
The head-tilt/chin-lift technique is used to: A) Open an airway B) Stabilize the head and neck C) Breathe for a non-breathing person D) Remove a foreign object from an airway
A) Open an airway
A child is eating a piece of candy and appears to start choking on it. You determine that the child who is conscious is, indeed, choking. What should you do? A) Perform cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the candy is dislodged or the child becomes unconscious B) Leave the child alone while you go to call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number C) Put the child on the floor, face up and perform a head-tilt/chin-lift D) Slap the child on the back several times in rapid succession to dislodge the candy
A) Perform cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the candy is dislodged or the child becomes unconscious
When immobilizing an injured extremity, which of the following would you least likely expect to accomplish? A) Reduce circulation to the injured area B) Minimize further damage C) Reduce the risk of serious bleeding D) Decrease the pain the person is experiencing
A) Reduce circulation to the injured area
Respiratory distress, if not immediately cared for, can lead to: A) Respiratory arrest B) Cardiac arrest C) Musculoskeletal arrest D) Nervous arrest
A) Respiratory arrest
A person who is holding one side of the chest and who has trouble breathing might have a possible: A) Rib fracture B) Abdominal injury C) Pelvic injury D) Sucking chest wound
A) Rib fracture
A person with an upper arm injury can comfortably bend his elbow, which of the following would you use to splint the area? A) Sling and binder B) Other arm C) Rigid splint D) Soft splint
A) Sling and binder
If the person must be moved, the best way to immobilize an ankle or foot injury is with a: A) Soft splint B) Rigid splint C) Board D) Traction splint.
A) Soft splint
The bundle of nerves that runs through the hollow part of the vertebrae is called the: A) Spinal cord B) Vertebral column C) Spinal cartilage D) Spinal column.
A) Spinal cord
You are walking down the street when a young boy collapses in front of you. You come to his aid and discover that he is unconscious and not breathing. After having a bystander call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number, you begin CPR. After about three minutes, the child begins to breathe. What should you do? A) Stop CPR, keep the airway open and continue to monitor the child B) Stop chest compressions but continue rescue breathing C) Continue CPR without rescue breathing D) Stop CPR and have the child sit up
A) Stop CPR, keep the airway open and continue to monitor the child
While attempting to perform manual stabilization with a person who has a head, neck or spinal injury, which action would be most appropriate? A) Support the person's head in the position you found it. B) Splint the neck so that the head does not move any further. C) Move the person so that he or she is lying on one side of his or her body. D) Move the head so the spine is in line with the body.
A) Support the person's head in the position you found it.
You have come upon an accident, have made sure the scene is safe and have approached a conscious child who you have determined is experiencing respiratory distress. What do you immediately know about the child's condition without the need for further inspection? A) The child's heart is still beating B) The child is having a heart attack C) The child is not breathing D) The child victim has no serious bleeding
A) The child's heart is still beating
It is important to ask a bystander simple questions about what happened and the person's condition for which reason? A) The injured or ill person may be unable to describe these things B) The injured or ill person always has difficulty explaining events C) The injured or ill person will likely embellish details to encourage your sympathy D) The injured or ill person's memory of a traumatic event is always suspect
A) The injured or ill person may be unable to describe these things
Which of the following is a major consideration when giving care to a person who is abusing or misusing a substance? A) The person might become aggressive or uncooperative. B) The person will most likely refuse to consent to any care. C) You will never be able to trust anything the person tells you. D) You might be exposed to the substance if you touch the person with your bare hands.
A) The person might become aggressive or uncooperative.
A person with asthma tells you that his asthma attacks are set off when he is exposed to animal dander. You identify animal dander as which of the following? A) Trigger B) Sensitivity C) Stimulus D) Airway obstruction
A) Trigger
Anorexia nervosa is a disorder characterized by a long-term refusal to eat food with sufficient nutrients. A) True B) False
A) True
Rib fractures are less common in children than in adults because children's ribs are so flexible they bend rather than break. A) True B) False
A) True
The basic care for domestic and wild animal bites is the same as for a human bite. A) True B) False
A) True
The care for wrist injuries is the same as the care for forearm injuries. A) True B) False
A) True
The organs within the pelvis are well protected on the sides and back, but not in front. A) True B) False
A) True
True or false: AEDs equipped with pediatric AED pads are capable of delivering levels of energy to a person between 1 and 8 years of age or weighing less than 55 pounds. A) True B) False
A) True
True or false: Care for a conscious infant who has an airway obstruction begins with 5 back blows. A) True B) False
A) True
True or false: Delivering an electrical shock with an AED disrupts the electrical activity of V-fib and V-tach long enough to allow the heart to spontaneously develop an effective rhythm on its own. A) True B) False
A) True
True or false: You should always stop CPR in progress when an AED is ready to use. A) True B) False
A) True
Which of the following would you expect to observe in an infant who is in cardiac arrest? A) Unconsciousness and no breathing B) Decreased level of consciousness and shallow breathing C) No breathing but confused D) No signs of life but might still be breathing
A) Unconsciousness and no breathing
You suspect that a person has a fractured rib. You should care for this injury by: A) Using a sling and binder to hold the person's arm against the injured side of the chest. B) Having the person lie down flat with his or her head slightly elevated. C) Encouraging the person to bend over from the waist. D) Asking the person to take in several deep breaths in succession.
A) Using a sling and binder to hold the person's arm against the injured side of the chest.
Which of the following would be the least appropriate to use when giving care to a person with a sting from a stingray? A) Vinegar B) Ocean water C) Hot sand D) Tap water
A) Vinegar
You call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number for a person who has been bitten by a copperhead snake. While waiting for help to arrive, which of the following would you do? A) Wash the site with soap and water. B) Wrap the area with a tourniquet. C) Apply suction to remove the venom from the wound. D) Apply ice to the affected area.
A) Wash the site with soap and water.
To help prevent further damage to the spinal column for a person with a head, neck or spinal injury, you would place: A) Your hands on both sides of the person's head, supporting the head in the position found. B) One hand at the person's forehead and the other at his or her chin, holding the head in place using both hands. C) Your hands on both sides of the person's head while gently pulling the head away from the body slightly, maintaining this position. D) Your hand on the person's forehead to stabilize the head in line with the rest of his or her body.
A) Your hands on both sides of the person's head, supporting the head in the position found.
You are playing softball and one of the players on your team sits on the bench next to you. She is sweating and complains that she is feeling nauseous. You learn that she has no known long-term conditions that may account for these signals. Your teammate may be suffering from: A)An acute sudden illness B)an extended sudden illness C)An oblique sudden illness D) A chronic sudden illness
A)An acute sudden illness
When giving chest thrusts to a conscious infant who is choking, you would compress the chest to which depth? A) 1/2 inch B) 1-1/2 inches C) 2 inches D) 1 inch
B) 1-1/2 inches
About what percentage of the air you breathe into your lungs is actually used by your body to function normally? A) 21 percent B) 5 percent C) 16 percent D) 10 percent
B) 5 percent
An occlusive dressing is used for a penetrating injury that results in a sucking chest wound. It is important to leave a corner of the dressing loose so that: A) Germs can escape the wound during exhalation, reducing infection. B) Air can escape during exhalation but not enter during inhalation. C) The sucking noise can continue to tell you that the person is breathing. D) Water can enter the wound, keeping internal organs moist.
B) Air can escape during exhalation but not enter during inhalation.
Which is the best way to care for a child with croup? A) Have the child sit up so he or she does not choke on saliva B) Allow the child to remain in the most comfortable position for breathing C) Give the child cough drops to stop the coughing D) Have the child lie down so that he or she can sleep and get better
B) Allow the child to remain in the most comfortable position for breathing
Chest pain or pressure that comes and goes at different times is sometimes called: A) Cardiac arrest B) Angina pectoris C) Atherosclerotic injury D) Cardiovascular discomfort
B) Angina pectoris
Which of the following would be the most likely cause of a closed chest injury? A) Fractured ribs B) Blunt trauma C) Knife wound D) Gunshot
B) Blunt trauma
When giving care to a person with a suspected head, neck or spinal injury, you observe the person's level of consciousness and which of the following? A) Heart rate B) Breathing C) Body temperature D) Skin color
B) Breathing
The cycle of binging and purging is associated with which of the following disorders? A) The chronic use of hallucinogens B) Bulimia C) Anorexia nervosa D) The chronic use of marijuana
B) Bulimia
The most common stimulants in America are legal. Which of the following is the most commonly used stimulant? A) Asthma medications B) Caffeine C) Nicotine D) Crack cocaine
B) Caffeine
Which of the following is the best treatment for a scorpion sting? A) Immobilize the affected part of the body and apply a warm compress. B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately. C) Apply an antiseptic and, if possible, an antibiotic to prevent infection. D) Wash the affected area in warm soapy water and apply an ice pack.
B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately.
When caring for a person who is experiencing chest pain, which of the following would you do first? A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number, then transport the person in your personal vehicle to the nearest medical facility as quickly as possible B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number while comforting the person and being prepared to give CPR C) Give the person a small tablet of nitroglycerin to be dissolved under his or her tongue D) Question the person to determine his or her family history of heart disease
B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number while comforting the person and being prepared to give CPR
The first thing you should do when giving care to a person who has an injury to the chest, abdomen or pelvis is to: A) Determine the exact injury location. B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. C) Minimize shock. D) Control possible bleeding.
B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
Which of the following would be the first and most important signal of a serious head injury? A) A severe headache B) Change in level of consciousness C) Epileptic seizures D) The inability to breathe
B) Change in level of consciousness
When applying a rigid splint to an injured wrist after you have controlled any bleeding, you would follow which sequence? A) Put the arm in a sling; pad the splint; secure the splint; check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color; secure the arm. B) Check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color. Pad the splint; apply the splint; secure the splint; put the arm in a sling; secure the arm; check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color. C) Secure the splint; check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color; secure the splint; put the arm in a sling; secure the arm. D) Apply the splint; secure the splint; pad the splint; check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color; put the arm in the sling; secure the arm.
B) Check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color. Pad the splint; apply the splint; secure the splint; put the arm in a sling; secure the arm; check the fingers for feeling, warmth and color.
You can consider the possibility of a serious head, neck or spinal injury by: A) Complaints of pain in the legs. B) Checking the scene and thinking about the forces involved in the injury. C) Evidence of a facial injury and broken teeth. D) Bystanders telling you a person may have hit his or her head
B) Checking the scene and thinking about the forces involved in the injury.
A heart attack usually results from which of the following? A) Sudden traumatic injury B) Coronary heart disease C) Hereditary traits D) Poor lifestyle choices
B) Coronary heart disease
While splinting an injured leg, you also notice there is a large laceration on the leg. How would you modify the splinting procedure? A) Tie the splint over the open wound to stop any bleeding. B) Cover the wound with a dressing and bandage with minimal pressure before splinting. C) Place padding over the wound then tie the splint over the wound. D) Avoid checking the area below the injury for feeling, warmth and color.
B) Cover the wound with a dressing and bandage with minimal pressure before splinting.
What precaution would you take when applying an insect repellent containing DEET to children? A) Only apply the repellent to the children's clothing. B) Do not apply repellent to the children's hands. C) Make sure children close their eyes tightly as you apply repellent to their faces. D) Apply the repellent every 2 hours for the greatest effectiveness.
B) Do not apply repellent to the children's hands.
You are providing care to an ill person who tells you that he has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which condition would you most likely identify as a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? A) Epiglottitis B) Emphysema C) Hyperventilation D) Croup
B) Emphysema
Before the AED analyzes the heart rhythm, you should: A) Make sure that the head-tilt/jaw-thrust is maintained B) Ensure that no one, including you, is touching the person C) Ensure that the person is breathing D) None of the above
B) Ensure that no one, including you, is touching the person
After you have splinted an injured body part, you should always call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number to transport the person to the nearest medical facility. A) True B) False
B) False
An embedded object in the eye should be removed to give care to the wound. A) True B) False
B) False
Blood or other fluid draining from the mouth is an indication of a serious head, neck or spinal injury. A) True B) False
B) False
For you to give care to a person who has overdosed on a substance you must determine what substance has been abused. A) True B) False
B) False
Lay responders are generally able to determine the exact extent of damage in head, neck and spinal injuries so that they can tell EMS personnel about the injury. A) True B) False
B) False
The treatment of substance abuse is more cost-effective than any efforts at prevention. A) True B) False
B) False
True or false: It is important to use alcohol to wipe the person's chest dry before applying the pads. A) True B) False
B) False
When caring for a person with a head, neck or spinal injury, you would move the person's head so that it would be in line with the body. A) True B) False
B) False
You should remove any tentacles from a jellyfish sting by scraping the affected area with a plastic card. A) True B) False
B) False
You are preparing to apply a soft splint. Which of the following would be most appropriate to use? A) Folded magazines B) Folded towel C) Person's body part D) Padded metal strips
B) Folded towel
Your child is playing in the park and tells you that a squirrel bit him. What care would you give your child? A) Notify the police so they can capture the squirrel to have it tested for rabies. B) Get the child to professional medical care as soon as possible. C) Take your child to try to capture the squirrel so it can be tested for rabies. D) Wash the wound in soap and water and tell your child not to play with squirrels.
B) Get the child to professional medical care as soon as possible.
An adult is not breathing because he has been involved in a drowning incident. After checking for breathing, which of the following would you do first? A) Begin chest compressions B) Give 2 rescue breaths C) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number D) Check for bleeding
B) Give 2 rescue breaths
Which of the following would be an effective method for immobilizing an injured shoulder? A) Using the other shoulder as an anatomic splint B) Holding the forearm against the chest C) Using a cravat and a splint D) Applying a rigid splint
B) Holding the forearm against the chest
You are checking a person with a breathing emergency and notice that the person is breathing quite rapidly and the breaths seem deeper than normal. The person tells you that she feels that she cannot get enough air. You suspect which of the following? A) Croup B) Hyperventilation C) Acute bronchitis D) Allergic reaction
B) Hyperventilation
Why is it important to ask a person who has an insect sting if he or she has had any prior serious reactions to insect stings? A) So the caregiver knows how to properly treat the current sting by soaking the entry site in hot water. B) If the person has had a prior serious reaction, the current sting may result in anaphylaxis; call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. C) In cases of a prior reaction, the caregiver should immediately apply ice to the entry site. D) If the person has had a prior reaction to a bite or sting, the caregiver should remove the stinger immediately.
B) If the person has had a prior serious reaction, the current sting may result in anaphylaxis; call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
You suspect that a person has sustained a fractured femur. Which of the following would you expect to find? A) Minimal to moderate pain B) Inability to move the extremity C) Noticeable lengthening of the injured leg D) Leg with toes pointed toward the center of the body
B) Inability to move the extremity
A friend is stung on the arm by a jellyfish. Which of the following would be most appropriate to do immediately? A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. B) Irrigate the injured arm with large amounts of vinegar. C) Immobilize the arm and keep it lower than the heart. D) Apply fresh water to rinse off the stingers.
B) Irrigate the injured arm with large amounts of vinegar.
To give abdominal thrusts, you would position your covered fist: A) At the navel B) Just above the navel C) Just below the navel D) To the right of the navel
B) Just above the navel
General care for a person who has an injury to the chest, abdomen or pelvis includes: A) Always applying a full-body splint such as a backboard. B) Limiting the person's movement. C) Giving small sips of water, if the person is conscious. D) Keeping the person moving to prevent dyspepsia.
B) Limiting the person's movement.
You are giving rescue breaths to an infant who is not breathing. Which of the following would you do? A) Give one rescue breath then wait one minute before giving a second one B) Make a complete seal over the mouth and nose C) Blow into the nose D) Pinch the nose shut
B) Make a complete seal over the mouth and nose
You are preparing to apply a splint to a person's forearm. Which of the following would you do first? A) Check for circulation and sensation beyond the injured area. B) Obtain the person's consent for treatment. C) Completely immobilize the wrist and hand. D) Support the injured area above and below the injury.
B) Obtain the person's consent for treatment.
For CPR to be most effective, you should position the person in which manner? A) In any position as long as you can deliver chest compressions B) On his or her back on a firm, flat surface C) On his or her back on a soft mattress or cushion D) Such that his or her head is slightly higher than his or her heart
B) On his or her back on a firm, flat surface
Which of the following would you do first when checking an unconscious person? A) Check for severe bleeding B) Open the airway C) Check for signs of life D) Check for breathing
B) Open the airway
The most prominent signal of a heart attack is: A) Dizziness B) Persistent chest pain, discomfort or pressure C) Pain felt in the leg D) Intermittent pain that spreads to the shoulder
B) Persistent chest pain, discomfort or pressure
If the AED pads risk touching each other such as with a small child or an infant you should: A) Place them as usual. It does not matter if the pads touch each other B) Place one pad in the middle of the chest and the other on the back C) Place one pad on the stomach and one pad on the chest D) Reverse the pads' position on the chest
B) Place one pad in the middle of the chest and the other on the back
When applying a sling which of the following would be most appropriate to do? A) Let the sling hang loosely against the chest. B) Place the triangular bandage over the uninjured shoulder. C) Place the triangular bandage over the injured arm. D) Tie a knot at the center of the back of the neck.
B) Place the triangular bandage over the uninjured shoulder
The easiest way to prevent the accidental misuse of a medicinal substance is to: A) Mix medications only when they are of different categories. B) Read the product information and use it only as directed. C) Take only one medication at a time. D) Never take a stimulant and a depressant at the same time
B) Read the product information and use it only as directed.
What should you do if a person vomits while giving rescue breaths? A) Listen at the chest to determine if any vomit entered the lungs B) Roll the victim onto one side as a unit and clear the mouth C) Continue rescue breathing, forcing your breaths past the vomit D) Turn the victim's head to the side to let the vomit leave his or her mouth
B) Roll the victim onto one side as a unit and clear the mouth
A person is experiencing increased mental and physical activity and temporary feelings of alertness. You feel that the person might have abused or misused which substance? A) Narcotic B) Stimulant C) Depressant D) Hallucinogen
B) Stimulant
Amphetamines, dextroamphetamines and methamphetamines are classified as: A) Hallucinogens. B) Stimulants. C) Depressants. D) Narcotics.
B) Stimulants.
An injury to the spleen can be severe and quickly fatal because the spleen: A) Is attached to the intestines, which can cause food to spill into the abdomen. B) Stores blood and an injury can cause severe loss of blood. C) Contains bile, which can leak into the abdomen causing infection. D) Connects to the stomach, and you cannot live without a stomach.
B) Stores blood and an injury can cause severe loss of blood.
Unlike adults, children do not often initially suffer from cardiac emergencies. Instead, children: A) Have respiratory emergencies only (cardiac emergencies in children are extremely rare) B) Suffer a respiratory emergency that develops into a cardiac emergency C) Only have heart attacks when they are hospitalized for other life-threatening conditions D) Have injuries that cause the heart to beat irregularly or stop altogether
B) Suffer a respiratory emergency that develops into a cardiac emergency
When splinting an injured body part, which action would be most appropriate? A) Keep the injured part as straight as possible. B) Support the injured part in the position you find it. C) Lower the injured part below the heart. D) Use a rigid splint for all injured body parts.
B) Support the injured part in the position you find it.
When beginning a head-to-toe examination of a conscious adult, which of the following would you do first? A) Ask the person if he or she has any medical problems B) Tell the person what you are going to do C) Position yourself at the person's feet so you can observe his or her entire body D) Place the person in a comfortable position
B) Tell the person what you are going to do
Pain associated with a heart attack results from which of the following? A) Too much blood being circulated through the heart B) The heart not getting the oxygen that it needs C) The vessels around the heart constricting into spasm D) Psychosomatic fears on the part of the person
B) The heart not getting the oxygen that it needs
CPR compressions on an infant are performed using: A) Thumb and a single finger B) The pads of two fingers C) The heel(s) of one hand D) Fingers of one hand
B) The pads of two fingers
When performing CPR on an adult, you would use: A) One finger on the lower half of the sternum B) Two hands on the center of the chest C) Two fingers on the lower half of the sternum D) One hand on the middle of the sternum
B) Two hands on the center of the chest
Which of the following would be effective in helping to prevent head, neck and spinal injuries? A) Using small area rugs on bare floors B) Wearing lap and shoulder restraints when in the car C) Keeping hallways dimly lit at all times D) Pulling heavy objects out of reach over the head
B) Wearing lap and shoulder restraints when in the car
General care for a person with a sudden illness requires that 911 or the local emergency number be called for every incident. A)True B)False
B)False
An aura may be experienced A)Goes into insulin shock B)Has a seizure C)Has a heart attack D)faints
B)Has a seizure
Which type of sudden illness may have signals that include weakness on one side of the body and pupils of unequal size? A)Heart attack B)Stroke C)Seizure D)Diabetic emergency
B)Stroke
A person has taken several different drugs at the same time. The signals the person exhibits appear to be an exaggerated effect of what is expected from any drug taken alone. This heightened or exaggerated effect, produced when two or more substances are used at the same time, is called which of the following? A) Sympathetic effect B)Synergistic effect C) Collaborative effect D) Collapsing effect
B)Synergistic effect
A person has just used his or her asthma inhaler. You would anticipate that the person could repeat the medication after which time frame? A) 5 to 7 minutes B) 3 to 5 minutes C) 1 to 2 minutes D) 7 to 10 minutes
C) 1 to 2 minutes
After pressing down on the inhaler, you ask the person to try to hold his breath for a count of: A) 3 B) 5 C) 10 D) 7
C) 10
A person who has an injured femur is likely to exhibit signals of shock because: A) The femur is the biggest bone in the body. B) The injured leg often turns outward from the body. C) A fractured femur can result in serious bleeding. D) EMS personnel will put a traction splint on the leg.
C) A fractured femur can result in serious bleeding.
A person who is coughing up blood, is having trouble breathing and has bruising on his or her shoulder might be suffering from: A) An injury to the spleen or liver. B) A dislocation of the collar bone. C) A severe injury to the chest. D) A dislocation of the sternum
C) A severe injury to the chest.
A concussion refers to: A) Long-term memory loss due to repetitive violent blows to the head. B) Blood trapped in the skull due to a violent blow to the head. C) A temporary impairment of brain function. D) A weakening of the blood vessels in the brain.
C) A temporary impairment of brain function.
You ensure that a person who has been bitten by a black widow spider is taken to a medical facility for which reason? A) Medical professionals will want to record the bite for other health officials and statistics. B) Black widow spider bites will cause death to over 90 percent of the healthy adults they bite. C) An antivenin is available for black widow bites; and other treatment may be needed as well. D) Medical professionals will want the person to identify the type of spider to give the best available care.
C) An antivenin is available for black widow bites; and other treatment may be needed as well.
A middle-aged man was playing tennis when he suddenly felt a pain in his chest. He stopped playing and the pain went away after a short while. Since the man had recently eaten a large meal, he assumed that the pain was just indigestion. What is most likely to have caused the pain? A) A pulled chest muscle B) A heart attack C) Angina pectoris D) Gas and bloating
C) Angina pectoris
After applying a splint, which of the following would be least appropriate to do? A) Allow the person to rest in the most comfortable position. B) Elevate the area if doing so does not cause discomfort. C) Apply heat to the injured area. D) Comfort and reassure the person.
C) Apply heat to the injured area.
You have been moving and lifting boxes all day. You are lifting a small box when you feel a sudden sharp pain in the lower back and cannot finish lifting the box. You walk over to the nearest chair and sit down. How would you care for this injury? A) Apply hot packs then ice packs to relieve the pain. B) Take pain-relieving medications and rest for a few days. C) Apply ice and consult a physician about further care. D) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately
C) Apply ice and consult a physician about further care.
Which of the following would be an easy way to tell if an injured or ill person is conscious and shows signs of life? A) Tap the victim and shake the person's shoulder B) Feel the carotid pulse at the neck C) Ask the person if he or she is okay D) Look for severe bleeding
C) Ask the person if she is okay
Which of the following would be most appropriate to do when giving care to a person in respiratory distress until EMS personnel arrive at the scene? A) Act confident while waiting for EMS personnel B) Engage the victim in describing his or her condition in detail C) Assist the person in taking any prescribed medication for the condition D) Cool his or her body below normal body temperature
C) Assist the person in taking any prescribed medication for the condition
Which of the following are slang names for stimulants? A) Acid, angel dust and buttons B) Weed, reefer and tea C) Bennies, speed and meth D) Purple hearts, reds and brew
C) Bennies, speed and meth
Which of the following would be the best way to remove a small foreign body from the eye? A) Wipe the eye with a tissue or piece of cotton. B) Use tweezers to grasp any visible foreign body. C) Blink the eye several times, allowing tears to remove the foreign body. D) Rub the eye to encourage tear production.
C) Blink the eye several times, allowing tears to remove the foreign body.
Which condition would most likely involve an inflammation of the main air passages to the lungs leading to respiratory distress? A) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease B) Anaphylaxis C) Bronchitis D) Hyperventilation
C) Bronchitis
You have been giving back blows and abdominal thrusts to a conscious choking person but your efforts have been ineffective and the person becomes unconscious. Which action would you do first? A) Open the mouth to look for an object B) Reopen the airway C) Carefully lower the person to the floor D) Attempt 2 rescue breaths
C) Carefully lower the person to the floor
Aspirin is used to relieve minor pain and reduce fever. When it is overused, aspirin can: A) Lead to sterility and personality changes, such as aggressive behavior. B) Create constipation, but only if more than 600 mg are taken each day. C) Cause inflammation of the stomach and impair normal blood clotting. D) Produce physical dependency by reducing pain
C) Cause inflammation of the stomach and impair normal blood clotting.
You are performing CPR on an adult when you notice that the person shows an obvious sign of life. Which of the following would you do next? A) Stop rescue breathing but continue chest compressions B) Continue performing CPR until the person awakens C) Check to see if the person is breathing normally and, if so, continue to monitor the person D) Stop giving all care immediately
C) Check to see if the person is breathing normally and, if so, continue to monitor the person
The upper extremities include which of the following? A) Carpals and tibia B) Radius and fibula C) Clavicle and scapula D) Tibia and metatarsals
C) Clavicle and scapula
Performing CPR on an infant is similar to performing CPR on an adult except that for an infant, you would: A) Compress the infant's chest 20 times, then give 2 rescue breaths B) Compress the infant's chest at a rate of over 100 per minute C) Compress the infant's chest about 1-1/2 inches D) Compress the infant's chest about 1/2 inch
C) Compress the infant's chest about 1-1/2 inches
A wound from an animal bite is bleeding heavily. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Apply an antibiotic ointment to a sterile dressing and then apply pressure. B) Apply a pressure bandage to constrict the blood vessels at the wound site. C) Control the bleeding, then seek medical care to have the wound cleaned. D) Wash the wound with soap and water, then control the bleeding.
C) Control the bleeding, then seek medical care to have the wound cleaned.
You are playing ball and someone on the other team gets hit in the head with a baseball bat. The person is conscious, but you notice blood coming from his right ear canal. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Plug the ear with a sterile dressing and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. B) Apply direct pressure and an ice pack on the ear. C) Cover the ear lightly with a sterile dressing and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. D) Use direct pressure to stop the bleeding and then place a dressing over the ear.
C) Cover the ear lightly with a sterile dressing and call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
Paralysis from a vertebral injury results from: A) Damage to the vertebral column. B) Sprains to ligaments around the spinal column. C) Damage to the spinal cord. D) Fractures to the vertebrae.
C) Damage to the spinal cord.
Which of the following would be most important to remember when giving care for a person until EMS personnel arrive? A) Explain a victim's injuries B) Prevent a victim from moving C) Do no further harm D) Keep the victim warm
C) Do no further harm
You suspect a forearm injury. Which two joints would you immobilize with a splint? A) Elbow and shoulder B) Shoulder and wrist C) Elbow and wrist D) Wrist and fingers
C) Elbow and wrist
Which of the following would be most appropriate for a person who can move all body parts without pain or discomfort and has no other signals of injury or illness? A) Allow the person to continue on his or her way, since nothing is wrong B) Tell him or her not to move and to wait for EMS personnel C) Encourage the person to rest in a comfortable position D) Transport the person to a hospital in a personal vehicle
C) Encourage the person to rest in a comfortable position
Hallucinogens can alter one's perception of time and space and produce visual, auditory and tactile delusions. Other effects of hallucinogen use include which of the following? A) Pain relief and sleep enhancement B) Increased energy and enhanced performance C) Feelings of being threatened and irrational behavior D) Irritation of the digestive tract
C) Feelings of being threatened and irrational behavior
LSD, psilocybin, PCP and mescaline are all examples of which of the following? A) Narcotics B) Depressants C) Hallucinogens D) Stimulants
C) Hallucinogens
Nitrous oxide, acetone, butane and kerosene are all examples of: A) Narcotics. B) Depressants. C) Inhalants. D) Stimulants.
C) Inhalants
After tying a splint on an injured arm, you find that the person's fingers are turning blue and are cool to the touch. What should you do? A) Pad the splint further to protect the fingers. B) Cover the victim's fingers to keep them warm. C) Loosen the splint to allow for circulation. D) Place the fingers in warm water.
C) Loosen the splint to allow for circulation.
The most widely used illicit drug in the United States is: A) Alcohol. B) LSD. C) Marijuana. D) Heroin.
C) Marijuana.
You are about to help a conscious adult who has a complete airway obstruction. Which of the following would you do first? A) Position yourself slightly behind the person B) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number C) Obtain consent from the person D) Observe for the universal distress signal
C) Obtain consent from the person
Which signal would suggest a less severe reaction to a bite or sting? A) Redness on one side of the body B) Redness on the face C) Redness around the entry site D) Redness throughout the body
C) Redness around the entry site
A condition in which breathing has stopped is called: A) Respiratory distress B) Airway obstruction C) Respiratory arrest D) Aspiration
C) Respiratory arrest
You come upon an ill person who is having difficulty breathing. You notice that he is expending extra effort to breath. You would identify this breathing emergency as which of the following? A) Cyanosis B) Respiratory arrest C) Respiratory distress D) Mechanical airway obstruction
C) Respiratory distress
Early CPR and early defibrillation can: A) Result in more effective CPR B) Eliminate the need for advanced medical care C) Save the lives of more people in cardiac arrest D) Help to recognize when a person is not breathing
C) Save the lives of more people in cardiac arrest
Where do you position the head of a conscious infant who you have determined is choking? A) In the head-tilt/chin-lift position B) In a sitting position with the infant's head higher than the chest C) So that the infant's head is lower than his or her chest D) Flat and face-down on your leg or a table
C) So that the infant's head is lower than his or her chest
A friend tells you that he was bitten by what he thinks was a black-legged tick and is now experiencing a fever and chills. You suspect that your friend may have a Babesia infection. Which of the following would least likely support this suspicion? A) Sweats B) Loss of consciousness C) Spotted rash D) Loss of appetite
C) Spotted rash
A person appears to be choking but can cough forcefully. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Immediately give abdominal thrusts or back blows B) Do nothing and leave the person alone while he or she is coughing C) Stay with the person and encourage the person to continue coughing D) Open the airway using the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver
C) Stay with the person and encourage the person to continue coughing
When giving rescue breaths to an unconscious person, you determine that the breaths are effective when which of the following occurs? A) Less air is needed to give the second breath B) You feel air coming out of the mouth C) The chest clearly rises with each breath D) You hear air escaping from the nose
C) The chest clearly rises with each breath
Cardiac arrest is the condition in which: A) Angina pectoris develops into a heart attack B) A heart attack is left untreated too long C) The heart stops beating or beats too ineffectively to circulate blood D) Blood pressure falls too low for blood to be circulated
C) The heart stops beating or beats too ineffectively to circulate blood
Which of the following statements is true about West Nile Virus? A) The infection can be passed from one person to another. B) The risk of infection for most people is moderately high. C) The majority of people infected have no signals. D) Most people develop a characteristic rash in about 2 to 3 days.
C) The majority of people infected have no signals.
You are working out at the local gym. The man next to you, who appears to be around 60 years old, is sitting on the floor stretching. As he gets up from the floor he appears a little pale and sweaty, then suddenly becomes unconscious. Before you have time to ask if he is OK, he wakes up and tells you that he is OK and that you should not worry, that this kind of thing happens to him occasionally. What do you think is most likely to have happened? A) The man had a diabetic emergency B) The man had a seizure C) The man Fainted D) The man had a stroke
C) The man Fainted
You would place the AED pads on an adult at which location? A) The upper left and lower right sides of the chest B) The upper right chest and the back between the shoulder blades C) The upper right chest and the left side of the chest D) The chest and stomach of the person's torso
C) The upper right chest and the left side of the chest
A person has an anatomical airway obstruction. Which of the following would be the most likely cause? A) Vomit B) Blood C) Tongue D) Piece of food
C) Tongue
How would you remove a bee stinger embedded in a person's skin? A) Use a rubbing motion with a protected hand to push the stinger away. B) Use your fingernails to pull the stinger away from the skin. C) Use the edge of a plastic card or tweezers to scrape the stinger away. D) Use the point of a knife to gouge out the stinger.
C) Use the edge of a plastic card or tweezers to scrape the stinger away.
Cardiac arrest is life threatening because: A) People who have a heart attack outside a hospital rarely survive B) Low blood pressure can cause a stroke C) Vital organs are not receiving oxygen-rich blood D) An irregular heartbeat can cause severe brain damage
C) Vital organs are not receiving oxygen-rich blood
A child has been bitten by another child and there is minimal bleeding from the wound. Which action would be most appropriate to do first? A) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. B) Apply an antibiotic ointment. C) Wash the area with soap and water. D) Wrap the wound in sterile gauze dressings
C) Wash the area with soap and water.
Which of the following is your top priority as a lay responder when dealing with sudden illness? A)Help the person rest in the most comfortable position B)Reassuring the person and bystanders, thereby preventing shock C)Knowing enough about sudden illness to recognize when to call 911 or the local emergency number D)Calling 911 or the local emergency number anytime you are involved with a person experiencing sudden illness
C)Knowing enough about sudden illness to recognize when to call 911 or the local emergency number
A designer drug is: A) A drug taken to enhance physical performance and increase muscle mass. B) A narcotic or stimulant that has been produced in brightly colored tablet form. C) An hallucinogen, such as lysergic and diethylamide or phencyclidine. D) A chemical variation of another substance, such as a narcotic or amphetamine.
D) A chemical variation of another substance, such as a narcotic or amphetamine.
The best method for saving a dislodged tooth until it can be replanted into the person's mouth is to place the tooth into which of the following? A) The person's hand B) The person's mouth C) A sterile, dry gauze pad D) A cup of milk
D) A cup of milk
You are playing soccer when a player on the other team falls. He tries to break the fall with an outstretched arm. When he gets up, the player is holding his left arm close to his body and is complaining of shoulder pain. How would you initially respond to this suspected shoulder injury? A) Have the person move his shoulder so that he can tell you exactly where it hurts. B) Have the person pick up his arm so that you can add padding underneath it before you splint the shoulder. C) Splint the upper arm to prevent shoulder movement. D) Allow the person to continue holding his arm in the most comfortable position.
D) Allow the person to continue holding his arm in the most comfortable position.
The signals of a pelvic injury are the same as those for: A) A leg injury B) A head injury C) A chest injury D) An abdominal injury
D) An abdominal injury
You suspect that a person has sustained an elbow fracture. The person is bleeding at the suspected fracture site. Which of the following would you do? A) Apply direct pressure at the site. B) Apply a manufactured tourniquet above the injury. C) Apply a splint directly over the site. D) Apply pressure around the area.
D) Apply pressure around the area.
A person has an open wound on the scalp that is bleeding. While beginning to apply pressure to the area, you feel a depression. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Loosely apply several dressings using a roller bandage. B) Apply pressure directly on the depression with a sterile dressing. C) Cover the area with an occlusive dressing. D) Apply pressure on the area around the wound.
D) Apply pressure on the area around the wound.
When performing chest compressions on an adult, you would compress the chest to which depth? A) About 1-1/2 inches B) 2-1/2 inches C) 1 inch D) At least 2 inches
D) At least 2 inches
Infections from human bites are caused by which of the following? A) HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) in the saliva B) Rabies virus in the saliva C) Mucus in the mouth D) Bacteria in the saliva
D) Bacteria in the saliva
You suspect that a person has a closed abdominal injury. You have already called 9-1-1 or the local emergency number, positioned the person on his or her back (assuming no head, neck or spinal injury is suspected) and have taken other steps to minimize shock. What other care might you give this person? A) Straighten the person's legs, if this does not cause additional pain. B) Cross the person's hands over his or her chest, if this does not cause additional pain. C) If the person is conscious, give him or her small sips of water to drink. D) Bend the person's knees slightly, if this does not cause additional pain.
D) Bend the person's knees slightly, if this does not cause additional pain.
Which cells are very sensitive to a lack of oxygen? A) Muscle cells B) Skin cells C) Bone cells D) Brain cells
D) Brain cells
The second leading cause of trauma deaths each year is related to which of the following? A) Motor-vehicle collisions B) Fractured ribs that puncture internal organs C) Knife or bullet wounds D) Chest injuries
D) Chest injuries
The Check step of the emergency action steps of CHECK-CALL-CARE is a check for safety and a check for which of the following? A) Injury B) Signs of life C) An open airway D) Consciousness
D) Consciousness
Drugs like methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), often called ecstasy, belong to a category of substances known as which of the following? A) Stimulants B) Depressants C) Hallucinogens D) Designer drugs
D) Designer drugs
You would expect to use a sling and a binder to immobilize an injury to which area? A) Knee B) Hand C) Wrist D) Elbow
D) Elbow
After properly placing hands to give abdominal thrusts to a conscious adult who is choking, which action would you do next? A) Give 3 quick straight thrusts into the abdomen B) Give 3 quick downward thrusts into the abdomen C) Give 5 quick sideways trusts into the abdomen D) Give 5 quick upward thrusts into the abdomen
D) Give 5 quick upward thrusts into the abdomen
If you suspect that a person is showing signals of West Nile Virus, which of the following would you do? A) Recommend the person receives the vaccine to prevent progression. B) Assist the person in administering a medication auto-injector. C) Encourage the person to get a prescription for antibiotics. D) Have the person seek medical attention immediately.
D) Have the person seek medical attention immediately.
You think that a person might be having a heart attack. Which of the following is an appropriate action to take? A) Wait and see if the signals continue B) Have the person lie down and check his or her breathing C) Transport the person immediately to an emergency medical facility D) Have the person stop what he or she is doing and rest comfortably
D) Have the person stop what he or she is doing and rest comfortably
An adult is conscious and breathing normally. Your head-to-toe examination reveals only a small bruise on this forehead. As you continue talking to him, you notice that he or she becomes increasingly confused and disoriented. Which of the following should you do? A) Repeat your head-to-toe examination, as you probably overlooked something important B) Continue caring for the person—all persons experience some confusion and disorientation C) Immediately transport the person to the nearest emergency-care facility yourself—do not wait for EMS personnel D) Immediately call EMS personnel, as this person might be developing a life-threatening condition
D) Immediately call EMS personnel, as this person might be developing a life-threatening condition
Care for a closed wound to the genitals: A) Is the sole responsibility of EMS personnel. B) Requires application of a sterile dressing and direct pressure. C) Is embarrassing and should be avoided if at all possible. D) Is the same as you would care for any closed wound.
D) Is the same as you would care for any closed wound.
An unconscious child must be checked carefully for breathing by doing which of the following? A) Focus on watching the chest carefully to see if it rises and falls B) Checking the situation for a minimum of 10 seconds to be sure C) Listen primarily for the sound of air coming from the nose and mouth D) Look, listen and feel for movement and breathing
D) Look, listen and feel for movement and breathing
Which of the following is a signal of a serious head, neck or spinal injury? A) An irregular heartbeat B) Impaired hearing C) Elevated body temperature D) Loss of balance
D) Loss of balance
Approximately half of all head, neck and spinal injuries result from which of the following? A) Falls B) Assaults C) Diving mishaps D) Motor vehicle collisions
D) Motor vehicle collisions
Morphine, codeine and heroin are all examples of: A) Depressants. B) Hallucinogens. C) Stimulants. D) Narcotics.
D) Narcotics.
Which substance is transferred to the blood as you breathe air into your lungs? A) Carbon dioxide B) Hydrogen C) Nitrogen D) Oxygen
D) Oxygen
You find a child who shows no signs of life and no pulse. Unfortunately, you are alone. What should you do? A) Begin CPR, calling loudly for help every two cycles B) Locate the nearest phone, perform CPR for two minutes, then call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number C) Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number, then begin CPR D) Perform 2 minutes of CPR, then call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
D) Perform 2 minutes of CPR, then call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
Which of the following would be most appropriate to do to control a nosebleed? A) Allow blood coming from the nose to flow freely. B) Place cotton or tissues firmly in each nostril. C) Pinch the nostrils while the person tilts his or her head way back. D) Pinch the nostrils while the person sits with the head slightly forward.
D) Pinch the nostrils while the person sits with the head slightly forward.
While giving care to a person with a head, neck or spinal injury and manually stabilizing the area, you find that you are unable to maintain an open airway. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Use a pillow to raise the person's head and neck slightly. B) Prepare to give rescue breaths. C) Release stabilization to look for a foreign object. D) Place the person in the modified H.A.IN.E.S. recovery position.
D) Place the person in the modified H.A.IN.E.S. recovery position.
You should care for substance abuse or misuse using the same general principles recommended for care for: A) Any emergency. B) Life-threatening conditions. C) Psychiatric emergencies. D) Poisoning.
D) Poisoning.
Which of the following is the best way to remove an embedded tick from the skin? A) Scrape it away slowly and steadily using your fingernail or a plastic card. B) Apply both an antiseptic and antibiotic to the affected area to kill the tick so it can be washed away. C) Apply petroleum jelly to coat the tick allowing the tick to then let go by itself. D) Pull slowly, steadily and firmly upward with fine-tipped pointed, non-etched, non-rasped tweezers as close to the skin as possible.
D) Pull slowly, steadily and firmly upward with fine-tipped pointed, non-etched, non-rasped tweezers as close to the skin as possible.
Which method would be most appropriate to use to open an unconscious person's airway? A) Pushing down on the bony part of the jaw to lower the chin with one hand while lifting the neck with the other hand B) Turning the person on one side to allow blood and vomit to drain out of the person's nose and mouth C) Pulling up on the bony part of the jaw with one hand while tilting the head back with the other hand under the neck D) Pushing down on the forehead with one hand while using the other hand to pull up on the bony part of the jaw, lifting the chin
D) Pushing down on the forehead with one hand while using the other hand to pull up on the bony part of the jaw, lifting the chin
Which of the following is a disease caused by a virus and transmitted by infected animals? A) Lyme disease B) Rocky Mountain spotted fever C) Tetanus D) Rabies
D) Rabies
When applying a splint, which of the following would be most appropriate to do? A) Push any protruding bones back below the skin. B) Avoid padding splints to prevent further deformities. C) Apply sterile pressure dressings over any open wounds. D) Remove any clothing around the injured site.
D) Remove any clothing around the injured site.
You are preparing to use an AED on a person in cardiac arrest and you notice that the person has a medication patch on his chest. Which action would be most appropriate? A) Move the patch to another area of the person's chest B) Place one of the pads directly over the patch C) Refrain from using the AED D) Remove the patch with a gloved hand
D) Remove the patch with a gloved hand
If, during the second analysis, the AED prompts "no shock advised," you should: A) Check the pad placement on the person's chest B) Reset the AED by turning it off for 10 seconds C) Unplug the connector from the machine D) Resume CPR until the AED reanalyzes or you find an obvious sign of life
D) Resume CPR until the AED reanalyzes or you find an obvious sign of life
You come upon the scene of an accident and suspect that a passenger has a head, neck or spinal injury. You notice that the person is face-down, lying motionless. How would you begin to care for this person? A) Roll the person on his or her side and check for signs of life. B) Try to give rescue breaths while the person is lying face-down. C) Perform rescue breathing on the person in the position in which you found him or her. D) Roll the person onto his or her back without twisting the spine to check for breathing.
D) Roll the person onto his or her back without twisting the spine to check for breathing.
Correct 2. Which of the following would most likely occur first if a person is bitten by a black widow spider? A) Muscle rigidity B) Dulling pain in the area C) Swelling at the site D) Sharp pinprick pain
D) Sharp pinprick pain
Which of the following would you expect to find in a person experiencing respiratory distress associated with bronchitis? A) Dizziness B) Dry bark-like cough C) Skin rash D) Shortness of breath worsening with activity
D) Shortness of breath worsening with activity
You are assisting a person with asthma to use his or her inhaler. You would ensure that the person is in which position? A) Bending forward at the waist B) Lying with his or her head slightly elevated C) Flat on his or her back D) Sitting up
D) Sitting up
You are checking an unconscious adult and find that he or she is not breathing normally. Which of the following would you do next? A) Immediately give two rescue breaths B) Remove any food or objects found in the person's mouth C) Turn the person on his or her side to allow fluids to drain from the mouth D) Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately
D) Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately
When splinting an injured body part, which of the following would you do? A) Have the person attempt to straighten the injured area. B) Ask the person if he or she can bend the injured area. C) Ensure the injured area is extended outward. D) Support the injured body part in the position found.
D) Support the injured body part in the position found.
To check to see if an injured or ill person is unconscious, you would: A) Gently jostle or shake the person by the shoulder B) Vigorously squeeze the person's hand while shouting at him or her C) Shout loudly at the person, asking "Are you asleep?" D) Tap the person, asking "Are you okay?"
D) Tap the person, asking "Are you okay?"
Atherosclerosis refers to: A) A state of total disorganization of the heart's electrical activity B) A condition that develops relatively quickly C) A congenital defect in the vessels around the heart D) The build-up of fatty deposits on the inner walls of arteries
D) The build-up of fatty deposits on the inner walls of arteries
A fracture of the femur may cause the injured leg to appear shorter than the other leg due to contraction of which of the following? A) Back muscles B) Calf muscles C) Hip muscles D) Thigh muscles
D) Thigh muscles
The lower extremities include which of the following body parts? A) Carpals and tibia B) Clavicle and scapula C) Radius and fibula D) Tibia and metatarsals
D) Tibia and metatarsals
Which one of the following may signal respiratory distress? A) Calm actions and words B) Ringing in the ears C) Pain in the abdomen D) Tingling in the hands or lips
D) Tingling in the hands or lips
Why would you apply an ice pack to the entry site of a bite or sting? A) To reduce the possibility of anaphylaxis B) To neutralize any insect venom that entered the wound C) To prevent skin damage at the entry site D) To reduce pain and swelling in the affected area
D) To reduce pain and swelling in the affected area
A person who is unconscious and lying on his or her back could stop breathing if which occurs? A) Diaphragm falls on top of his or her spine B) Epiglottis falls down into his or her trachea C) Lungs push down on his or her diaphragm D) Tongue falls to the back of his or her throat
D) Tongue falls to the back of his or her throat
A female has sustained an injury to her genital area. Which of the following would you do when giving care? A) Wrap the area in a sterile dressing, to prevent infection. B) Place dressings inside the vagina. C) Apply heat to the injured area. D) Use moistened saline pressure compresses to control bleeding.
D) Use moistened saline pressure compresses to control bleeding.
Which of the following would least likely indicate a breathing emergency? A) Flushed, pale, ashen or bluish skin color B) Dizziness or light-headedness C) Gasping for breath D) Vomiting
D) Vomiting
What is the best way you can prevent insect or tick bites while hiking in the woods? A) Wear dark-colored clothing. B) Wear shorts to make the ticks easier to see. C) Wear loose-fitting clothing. D) Wear a long-sleeved shirt and long pants.
D) Wear a long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Which of the following conditions is not associated with a tick bite? A) Babesiosis B) Lyme disease C) Rocky Mountain spotted fever D) West Nile Virus
D) West Nile Virus
You suspect that a person is experiencing an asthma attack based on which of the following as the most common signal? A) Fast, deep breathing B) Blue lips C) Barking cough D) Wheezing
D) Wheezing
How does care for an injury to the cheek differ from care for other soft tissue injuries? A) You should not place dressings on a wound to the cheek. B) You should not apply direct pressure to cheek wounds. C) You should not use gloves or another barrier when controlling bleeding. D) You can control bleeding from both sides of the wound.
D) You can control bleeding from both sides of the wound.
Which signals might you see in a person having a diabetic emergency? A)Muscular twitch B)Vomiting C)Weakness on one side of the face D)Irregular breathing
D)Irregular breathing
When giving care to a person who suddenly becomes ill, which of the following would be most appropriate? A)Have the person lie down to help get blood to vital organs B)Immediately call 911 or the local emergency number C)Rush the person to the nearest hospital D)Keep the person from getting chilled or overheated
D)Keep the person from getting chilled or overheated
The signals of a febrile seizure may include: A)Sudden loss of consciousness that corrects itself B)Pupils of unequal size and abnormal behavior C)Rapid pulse and slow breathing D)Rhythmic jerking with a sudden rise in body temperature
D)Rhythmic jerking with a sudden rise in body temperature
True or false: It is important during the head-to-toe examination to have the injured or ill person lie completely still, not moving any body parts, so as to avoid further injury. A) True B) False
False
A person who is conscious, has a heartbeat and signs of life can have a life-threatening emergency. A) True B) False
True
True or false: A person whose heart has stopped beating will also have stopped breathing. A) True B) False
True
True or false: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. A) True B) False
True