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Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Questions
and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026
| Correct & Verified
How can you tell if an unconscious person might have a spinal injury?
✔✔ If they fell from a height, were in a car accident, or have visible head or neck trauma,
assume a spinal injury.
What should you do if a person collapses but is breathing irregularly?
✔✔ Begin CPR immediately—irregular gasps are not normal breathing.
Why is it important to remove wet clothing from a person experiencing hypothermia?
✔✔ Wet clothing speeds up heat loss, increasing the risk of worsening hypothermia.
What is the best way to assist a person who is choking but still able to cough forcefully?
✔✔ Encourage them to keep coughing until the object is expelled.
If a person with a broken bone shows signs of shock, what should you do first?
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,✔✔ Control any bleeding and keep them calm while waiting for medical help.
Why should you avoid giving food or water to an unconscious person?
✔✔ They could choke because they cannot swallow properly.
What is the first thing you should do after using an epinephrine auto-injector on someone?
✔✔ Call 911 or seek emergency medical help immediately.
Why should you avoid tilting the head back when providing rescue breaths to an infant?
✔✔ Tilting the head too far back can block the airway instead of opening it.
What should you do if someone accidentally swallows a large amount of saltwater while
swimming?
✔✔ Encourage them to drink fresh water to help flush out excess salt.
If a person experiences dizziness and blurred vision after standing up too quickly, what should
they do?
✔✔ Sit or lie down immediately to prevent falling and allow blood flow to stabilize.
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, Why should you never place ice directly on a severe burn?
✔✔ Ice can cause further tissue damage and worsen the injury.
If someone appears to be in distress after inhaling smoke, what should you do first?
✔✔ Move them to fresh air and monitor their breathing.
What is the best way to prevent dehydration on a hot day?
✔✔ Drink water regularly, even before feeling thirsty.
Why is it important to check the scene before assisting an injured person?
✔✔ To ensure your safety and avoid becoming a victim yourself.
What should you do if you suspect a person has a dislocated shoulder?
✔✔ Keep the arm still in a comfortable position and seek medical attention.
If a person collapses suddenly but regains consciousness quickly, what should you suspect?
✔✔ They may have fainted due to dehydration, low blood sugar, or another temporary condition.
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Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Questions
and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026
| Correct & Verified
How can you tell if an unconscious person might have a spinal injury?
✔✔ If they fell from a height, were in a car accident, or have visible head or neck trauma,
assume a spinal injury.
What should you do if a person collapses but is breathing irregularly?
✔✔ Begin CPR immediately—irregular gasps are not normal breathing.
Why is it important to remove wet clothing from a person experiencing hypothermia?
✔✔ Wet clothing speeds up heat loss, increasing the risk of worsening hypothermia.
What is the best way to assist a person who is choking but still able to cough forcefully?
✔✔ Encourage them to keep coughing until the object is expelled.
If a person with a broken bone shows signs of shock, what should you do first?
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,✔✔ Control any bleeding and keep them calm while waiting for medical help.
Why should you avoid giving food or water to an unconscious person?
✔✔ They could choke because they cannot swallow properly.
What is the first thing you should do after using an epinephrine auto-injector on someone?
✔✔ Call 911 or seek emergency medical help immediately.
Why should you avoid tilting the head back when providing rescue breaths to an infant?
✔✔ Tilting the head too far back can block the airway instead of opening it.
What should you do if someone accidentally swallows a large amount of saltwater while
swimming?
✔✔ Encourage them to drink fresh water to help flush out excess salt.
If a person experiences dizziness and blurred vision after standing up too quickly, what should
they do?
✔✔ Sit or lie down immediately to prevent falling and allow blood flow to stabilize.
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, Why should you never place ice directly on a severe burn?
✔✔ Ice can cause further tissue damage and worsen the injury.
If someone appears to be in distress after inhaling smoke, what should you do first?
✔✔ Move them to fresh air and monitor their breathing.
What is the best way to prevent dehydration on a hot day?
✔✔ Drink water regularly, even before feeling thirsty.
Why is it important to check the scene before assisting an injured person?
✔✔ To ensure your safety and avoid becoming a victim yourself.
What should you do if you suspect a person has a dislocated shoulder?
✔✔ Keep the arm still in a comfortable position and seek medical attention.
If a person collapses suddenly but regains consciousness quickly, what should you suspect?
✔✔ They may have fainted due to dehydration, low blood sugar, or another temporary condition.
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