ADI Accidents, First Aid & Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

A motorcyclist is involved in a collision and is unconscious. When should their helmet be removed?

Accepted Answer

Only if they are not breathing or the airway is obstructed

Answer

Always — to check for head injuries

Answer

Never — to avoid causing further injury

Answer

As soon as an ambulance has been called

Question 2

How long should a burn be cooled under cool running water?

Accepted Answer

20 minutes

Answer

5 minutes

Answer

10 minutes

Answer

30 minutes

Question 3

What does AED stand for?

Accepted Answer

Automated External Defibrillator

Answer

Automatic External Device

Answer

Automated Electronic Defibrillator

Answer

Advanced Emergency Defibrillator

Question 4

Someone is having an epileptic seizure. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Time the seizure and protect them from injury

Answer

Restrain them to stop the convulsions

Answer

Place something between their teeth to prevent biting

Answer

Give them water as soon as the seizure ends

Question 5

What is the PRIMARY purpose of placing an unconscious casualty in the recovery position?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the airway from becoming blocked

Answer

To keep them comfortable until help arrives

Answer

To slow the rate of blood loss

Answer

To reduce the risk of the casualty going into shock

Question 6

What is the most effective first aid measure to control severe external bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Apply firm direct pressure to the wound

Answer

Apply a tourniquet immediately above the wound

Answer

Elevate the limb and wait for help

Answer

Apply an ice pack to slow blood flow

Question 7

A casualty is suffering from hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and is conscious. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Give them something sugary to eat or drink

Answer

Administer insulin as soon as possible

Answer

Place them in the recovery position and await help

Answer

Restrict all food and fluids until the ambulance arrives