First Aid / Medical Practice Questions

1. For an adult who is unresponsive and not breathing normally, the first treatment is to:

• A.Begin CPR with chest compressions and call for help✓
• B.Place them in the recovery position
• C.Induce vomiting
• D.Give water

Why: An unresponsive, non-breathing adult needs CPR started immediately (chest compressions) and the emergency response activated. Early compressions are critical to survival.

2. The most effective first action to control severe external bleeding is:

• A.Elevate the limb and wait
• B.Pour fresh water on it
• C.Apply a tourniquet immediately
• D.Apply firm direct pressure to the wound✓

Why: Severe bleeding is controlled first by firm, direct pressure on the wound with a clean dressing; a tourniquet is reserved for life-threatening limb bleeding that pressure won't stop.

3. An unconscious victim who is breathing normally should be placed:

• A.Face down
• B.Flat on their back
• C.In the recovery position (on their side)✓
• D.Sitting upright

Why: The recovery position (on the side) keeps the airway open and lets fluids drain, reducing the risk of choking in an unconscious but breathing person.

4. The immediate first aid for a thermal burn is to:

• A.Apply butter or grease
• B.Cool it with clean, cool running water and cover loosely✓
• C.Break the blisters
• D.Apply ice directly

Why: Cool a burn with clean, cool (not ice-cold) running water for several minutes, then cover loosely with a sterile, non-stick dressing. Don't apply grease or break blisters.

5. If an object is deeply embedded in a wound, you should:

• A.Leave it in place, stabilize it, and pad around it✓
• B.Push it in further to stop bleeding
• C.Twist it free
• D.Pull it straight out quickly

Why: Do not remove a deeply embedded object — it may be controlling bleeding. Stabilize it in place, pad around it to prevent movement, and get medical help.