First Aid Head, Neck, and Spine Injuries

Question 1

What is the primary concern when providing first aid to a person suspected of having a spinal injury?

Accepted Answer

Preventing movement of the spine

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Controlling bleeding from the head

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Checking blood pressure

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Administering pain medication

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a typical sign of a serious head injury?

Accepted Answer

Increased appetite

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Confusion or disorientation

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Pupils of unequal size

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Nausea and vomiting

Question 3

A person has fallen from a height and is unconscious. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 and minimize all movement

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Move them to a more comfortable position

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Give them water to drink

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Remove their helmet if they are wearing one

Question 4

What does the 'log roll' technique help prevent when moving a trauma victim?

Accepted Answer

Spinal cord damage

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Skin abrasions from the ground

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Muscle cramps from lying still

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Blood clot formation

Question 5

Which of the following is a classic sign of a concussion following a head impact?

Accepted Answer

Temporary loss of consciousness or confusion

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Fever above 103°F

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Bright red bleeding from the ear

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Swelling of the ankles

Question 6

When should an athlete with a suspected concussion be cleared to return to play?

Accepted Answer

Only after formal medical clearance

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After resting on the sidelines for 5 minutes

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Once they report feeling back to normal

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After drinking fluids and performing light stretching

Question 7

What position should a conscious person with a possible spine injury be placed in?

Accepted Answer

Keep them still in the position they were found

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Recovery position on their side

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Seated upright at a 45-degree angle

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Lay them flat face-down on the ground