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- 1. Multiple Choice
Why should an unconscious person be turned on their side?
It prevents the tongue falling forward
Fluid or vomit will drain from the mouth
It takes pressure off the spinal column
it is usually more comfortable than lying on the back
- 2. Multiple Choice
What should you do to control bleeding?
Apply direct pressure, elevate and rest
Apply antiseptic to the wound
Give the casualty an aspirin
Apply a tourniquet
- 3. Multiple Choice
What is the best position for someone who has fainted?
Lying on their back with their legs raised
Sitting down in a comfortable chair
Sitting with their head betwentheir knees
Lying in a lateral position
- 4. Multiple Choice
The treatment for a hot water burn is?
Apply gentle, cool running water
Apply ice to the burn
Place under a warm shower
Encourage to have a hot shower
- 5. Multiple Choice
At lunch, a casualty chokes on some food, you should:
Give casualty a small amount of water to drink
Remove the obstruction by putting your fingers down the casualty's thoat
Lean the casualty forward and give back blows
Tell the casualty to stay calm and breathe through their nose
- 6. Multiple Choice
A person is suffering an asthma attack, you would:
Walk person around
Encourage administration of medication and relaxation
Have patient breathe into a paper bag
Place patient into recovery position and monitor airway, breathing and circulation
- 7. Multiple Choice
A diabetic casualty is found tired and lethargic. You should:
Give casualty some sugar or a sweet drink
Slap casualty to see if they become alert
Get someone to phone for an ambulance
Don't give casualty anything to eat or drink
- 8. Multiple Choice
If someone is having an epileptic fit, it is important to:
Prise mouth open so person can breathe
Restrain person to prevent injury
Get someone to call an ambulance
Protect person from self injury
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