Before Giving Care Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Good Samaritan Law?

• To protect medical professionals from lawsuits
• To encourage people to become emergency responders
• To protect voluntary caregivers who help without compensation
• To require all citizens to help in emergencies

Under the Good Samaritan Law, which condition must be met when providing care?

• You must be a certified medical professional
• You must provide care within your ability level
• You must receive permission from law enforcement
• You must have previous emergency response training

What are the 3 C’s to remember in an emergency? (In order)

• Call, Check, Care
• Care, Check, Call
• Check, Call, Care
• Care, Call, Check

What should you do if someone refuses to give consent for care but you feel the need care?

• Provide care anyway
• Leave the scene immediately
• Call 911
• Wait for family members to arrive

What is the first step in checking a conscious victim?

• Ask for consent
• Call 911
• Check the scene for safety
• Check for allergies

When helping a child, what is different from helping an adult?

• Skip getting permission altogether
• Call 911 immediately
• Get down to their level and ask guardian for permission
• Check toe to head

Why is it important to treat for shock during an emergency?

• It helps the person relax
• Shock is rarely life-threatening
• It can prevent the condition from worsening
• It is not necessary unless told by a professional

Which of the following should you do after checking the scene for safety?

• Immediately call 911
• Begin providing care without consent
• Get consent to give care
• Check the person from head to toe

Which is NOT one of the signs of recognizing an emergency?

• Unusual sights
• Unusual behavior
• Unusual weather
• Unusual odors

What does the acronym SAM stand for when assessing a conscious victim?

• Safety, Alert, Move
• Signs & Symptoms, Allergies, Medication & Medical History
• Shock, Ask, Manage
• Seek, Aid, Monitor