Section 3 First Aid Quiz

What is the main cause of a heart attack?

• Blocked blood vessel

• Excessive exercise

• High blood pressure

• Lack of sleep

What are the symptoms of a heart attack?

• Dizziness and nausea

• Severe chest pain

• Tingling sensation in left arm

• All of the above

What should you do if someone is having a heart attack?

• Call 999/112 for emergency help

• Assist the casualty in a comfortable position

• Loosen tight clothing

• All of the above

What is the treatment for shock?

• Call 999/112 for emergency help

• Assist the casualty to lie down and raise their legs

• Loosen tight clothing

• All of the above

What are the symptoms of asthma?

• Breathing difficulties

• Wheezy breathlessness

• Anxiety

• All of the above

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack?

• Reassure the casualty

• Sit them in a comfortable position

• Encourage and assist them to use their prescribed medication

• All of the above

What is the first aid treatment for external bleeding?

• Apply direct pressure to the wound

• Treat the casualty for shock

• Call 999/112 for emergency help

• All of the above

What are the symptoms of a burn?

• Pain in the affected area

• Blistering

• Swelling

• All of the above

What is the treatment for a burn?

• Flood the affected area with cool or cold water

• Cover the burn with a non-adhesive, sterile dressing

• All of the above

What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion?

• Nausea

• Headaches

• Muscle cramp

• All of the above