POST First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED: Module 3 correctly answered

POST First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED: Module 3 correctly answeredWhich of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating thermal burns? 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 At the scene of a traffic collision, a victim is sitting on the curb at the side of the road. The victim is conscious but his breathing is labored and he appears to be experiencing a lot of pain with each breath. You do not find any bleeding from the area during your primary assessment. What immediate care should be given? Activate EMS, place the victim in a recovery position on the injured side (if appropriate), treat for shock, continue to monitor the victim, be prepared for the victim to vomit You are talking to a victim at a traffic collision who you believe is experiencing internal bleeding. What are the correct first aid measures? 1) Monitor the victim 2) Be prepared in the event the victim vomits 3) Provide care to prevent shock 4) Activate the EMS system Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating electrical burns? 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 Which of the following are the correct first aid measures for chemicals in the eye? 1) Thoroughly flush the affected eye(s) with water 2) Reassure and monitor the victim 3) Allow the patient to remove contact lenses (if applicable) 4) Attempt to identify the chemical and contact poison control Which of the following will protect the spinal cord from further damage? 1) Maintaining manual stabilization until the victim receives additional treatment 2) Establishing early manual stabilization of the neck and head You are conducting a secondary assessment of a conscious victim on the ground. He complains of abdominal pain. What else might indicate a closed abdominal injury? 1) He is in the fetal position 2) Nausea and/or vomiting 3) Rapid shallow breathing 4) The area is rigid or painful to the touch When providing care to treat a nose bleed, you should pack the victim's nostrils. False In addition to burns, acute exposure to radiation may result in radiation sickness. Which of the following are common symptoms of radiation sickness? 1) Nausea and vomiting 2) Hair loss 3) Fatigue and weakness When providing care for a dental emergency, you should: 1) Activate the EMS system 2) Ensure the airway is clear and unobstructed 3) If possible, transport the tooth or dental apparatus in a moist dressing 4) Reassure and monitor the victim A pedestrian was hit by a car crossing the street. She complains of constant pain in her hip and knee areas. You observe that her leg is swollen and discolored above the knee. She is able to move, but only with limited range of motion and a great amount of pain. What type of injury does this victim have? I can't be sure without an x-ray Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating chemical 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 Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating radiation burns? 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 When providing care to treat a nose bleed on a conscious victim, you should: 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 ... Provide care to prevent shock Which of the following situations will most likely result in an injury requiring spinal immobilization? 1) Falls 2) Blows to head 3) Collisions First aid measures for treating electrical burns are similar to treatment for what other type of burn? Thermal Burn When dealing with thermal burns, hypothermia may result from over-cooling large body surfaces. True