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29 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 29
When dealing with thermal burns, hypothermia may result from over-cooling large body
surfaces.
True
False
Term 2 of 29
First aid measures for treating electrical burns are similar to treatment for what other type of
burn?
I Can't Be Sure Without An X-ray
Radiation Burn
Thermal Burn
Superficial Burn
,Term 3 of 29
A victim is lying on the ground with a substantial amount of blood coming from the chest area.
You activate the EMS system and complete a primary assessment. He is unconscious, has a
pulse, and has labored breathing. Upon removing clothing from the wound site, you find a
gunshot entry wound that is bubbling with air. What immediate care should be given?
1) Monitor the victim
2) Be prepared in the event the victim vomits
3) Provide care to prevent shock
4) Activate the EMS system
1) Treat for shock
2) Thoroughly wash the body and hair with soap and water
3) Wear appropriate PPE before providing medical care
4) Remove all exposed clothing and seal it in a plastic bag, if available
1) Treat the victim for shock; 2) Apply an occlusive dressing when he exhales; 3) Clean
blood and fluid from the wound area
1) Treat for shock
2) Remove the victim from the source of heat
3) Stop the burning process by cooling the affected areas with cool water
,Term 4 of 29
Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating electrical burns?
1) Flush areas with water for 15 to 30 minutes
2) Wear appropriate PPE for the flushing process
3) Treat for shock
4) Remove as much chemical as possible (which may include affected clothing or jewelry)
before flushing with water
1) Treat for shock
2) Remove the victim from the source of heat
3) Stop the burning process by cooling the affected areas with cool water
1) Treat for shock
2) Shut off the source of the electrical current
3) Loosely apply a sterile dressing to affected areas
4) Look for entry and exit wound
5) Conduct a primary assessment and, if necessary, begin CPR immediately
6) Ensure that the scene is safe to enter
1) Treat for shock
2) Thoroughly wash the body and hair with soap and water
3) Wear appropriate PPE before providing medical care
4) Remove all exposed clothing and seal it in a plastic bag, if available
, Term 5 of 29
When providing care to treat a possible musculoskeletal injury, you should:
1) Control bleeding associated with any open fractures.
2) Immobilize joints and bones above and below the injury site with a splint.
3) Check circulation, sensation, and function.
4) Reassure the victim and treat for shock.
5) Conduct a primary and secondary assessment to determine if there are any life-
threatening injuries.
False
1) Control bleeding and determine if cerebrospinal fluid is present
2) Activate the EMS system
3) Immobilize the head, neck, and spine
4) Reassure and monitor the victim until EMS arrives
1) Maintain pressure until bleeding stops
2) Have the victim lean slightly forward, preferably seated
3) Pinch the nose at the point where the bone and cartilage meet
Term 6 of 29
When providing first aid for a dental emergency, you should replace the tooth or dental
apparatus immediately.
True
False
29 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 29
When dealing with thermal burns, hypothermia may result from over-cooling large body
surfaces.
True
False
Term 2 of 29
First aid measures for treating electrical burns are similar to treatment for what other type of
burn?
I Can't Be Sure Without An X-ray
Radiation Burn
Thermal Burn
Superficial Burn
,Term 3 of 29
A victim is lying on the ground with a substantial amount of blood coming from the chest area.
You activate the EMS system and complete a primary assessment. He is unconscious, has a
pulse, and has labored breathing. Upon removing clothing from the wound site, you find a
gunshot entry wound that is bubbling with air. What immediate care should be given?
1) Monitor the victim
2) Be prepared in the event the victim vomits
3) Provide care to prevent shock
4) Activate the EMS system
1) Treat for shock
2) Thoroughly wash the body and hair with soap and water
3) Wear appropriate PPE before providing medical care
4) Remove all exposed clothing and seal it in a plastic bag, if available
1) Treat the victim for shock; 2) Apply an occlusive dressing when he exhales; 3) Clean
blood and fluid from the wound area
1) Treat for shock
2) Remove the victim from the source of heat
3) Stop the burning process by cooling the affected areas with cool water
,Term 4 of 29
Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating electrical burns?
1) Flush areas with water for 15 to 30 minutes
2) Wear appropriate PPE for the flushing process
3) Treat for shock
4) Remove as much chemical as possible (which may include affected clothing or jewelry)
before flushing with water
1) Treat for shock
2) Remove the victim from the source of heat
3) Stop the burning process by cooling the affected areas with cool water
1) Treat for shock
2) Shut off the source of the electrical current
3) Loosely apply a sterile dressing to affected areas
4) Look for entry and exit wound
5) Conduct a primary assessment and, if necessary, begin CPR immediately
6) Ensure that the scene is safe to enter
1) Treat for shock
2) Thoroughly wash the body and hair with soap and water
3) Wear appropriate PPE before providing medical care
4) Remove all exposed clothing and seal it in a plastic bag, if available
, Term 5 of 29
When providing care to treat a possible musculoskeletal injury, you should:
1) Control bleeding associated with any open fractures.
2) Immobilize joints and bones above and below the injury site with a splint.
3) Check circulation, sensation, and function.
4) Reassure the victim and treat for shock.
5) Conduct a primary and secondary assessment to determine if there are any life-
threatening injuries.
False
1) Control bleeding and determine if cerebrospinal fluid is present
2) Activate the EMS system
3) Immobilize the head, neck, and spine
4) Reassure and monitor the victim until EMS arrives
1) Maintain pressure until bleeding stops
2) Have the victim lean slightly forward, preferably seated
3) Pinch the nose at the point where the bone and cartilage meet
Term 6 of 29
When providing first aid for a dental emergency, you should replace the tooth or dental
apparatus immediately.
True
False
