POST First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED
Module 3 questions and answers with
solutions 2025
Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating thermal burns? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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. - ANSWER False
In addition to burns, acute exposure to radiation may result in radiation sickness. Which of the following
are common symptoms of radiation sickness? - ANSWER 1) Nausea and vomiting
2) Hair loss
3) Fatigue and weakness
When providing care for a dental emergency, you should: - ANSWER 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? -
ANSWER I can't be sure without an x-ray
Module 3 questions and answers with
solutions 2025
Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating thermal burns? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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? - ANSWER 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. - ANSWER False
In addition to burns, acute exposure to radiation may result in radiation sickness. Which of the following
are common symptoms of radiation sickness? - ANSWER 1) Nausea and vomiting
2) Hair loss
3) Fatigue and weakness
When providing care for a dental emergency, you should: - ANSWER 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? -
ANSWER I can't be sure without an x-ray
