RED CROSS FIRST AID FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025

RED CROSS FIRST AID 2024
FINAL EXAM
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION



QUESTION 1



epinephrine - ANSWERS-a drug that slows down or stops the effects of
anaphylaxis



QUESTION 2



epinephrine auto injector - ANSWERS-a syringe system, available by prescription
only, that contains a single dose of epinephrine



QUESTION 3



when to administer a second dose of epinephrine - ANSWERS-if the person is still
having signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis 5-10 minutes after administering first
dose



QUESTION 4



where to inject epinephrine auto injectors - ANSWERS-against mid-outer thigh for
5-10 seconds

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QUESTION 5



antihistamines - ANSWERS-a medication that counteracts the effects of a
histamine, a chemical released by the body during an allergic reaction



QUESTION 6



diabetes - ANSWERS-chronic condition by the body's inability to process glucose
in the bloodstream



QUESTION 7



insulin - ANSWERS-hormone that causes glucose to be moved from the
bloodstream into the cells, where it is used for energy



QUESTION 8



what secretes insulin - ANSWERS-pancreas




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QUESTION 9



hypoglycemia - ANSWERS-excessively low blood glucose levels



QUESTION 10



hyperglycemia - ANSWERS-excessively high blood glucose levels



QUESTION 11



seizure - ANSWERS-a result of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, leading to
temporary and involuntary changes in body movement, function, sensation,
awareness or behavior



QUESTION 12



epilepsy - ANSWERS-a chronic seizure disorder that can often be controlled with
medication




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