First Aid and CPR Open Book Test

Which best defines a poison?

• A substance that contaminates food and makes it unfit for consumption when improperly stored or handled.

• Any harmful item typically found in household cleaning agents that can pose risks if ingested or misused.

• A material that, when absorbed, ingested, inhaled, or injected in sufficient quantity, can cause damage to health or be life-threatening.

• Any chemical substance that emits a foul odour and may cause discomfort or irritation when exposed to.

Which of the following is not a typical route by which poison enters the body?

• Through the mouth

• Absorbed via skin

• Transmitted by coughing

• Injected into the bloodstream

What effect can poison have on the brain?

• Sweating and skin irritation

• Blurred vision and rash

• Confusion and seizures

• Ringing in the ears and vomiting

A teenager was found semi-conscious after sniffing glue in an enclosed room. His heart rate is irregular, and he is struggling to breathe. Which of the following actions is most appropriate as first aid according to poisoning principles?

• Offer small sips of water slowly to prevent dehydration and flush out toxins.

• Move the victim to an area with fresh air immediately and continuously monitor breathing and responsiveness.

• Tilt the victim's head downward and gently induce vomiting to expel the toxic substance.

• Place a cold damp cloth on the victim's forehead and attempt verbal stimulation to keep them alert.

What is the largest organ in the human body?

• Liver

• Lungs

• Skin

• Heart

Which of the following is a function of the skin?

• Blood filtration

• Vitamin D synthesis

• Oxygen exchange

• Digestion

The 'Rule of Nines' is used to:

• Diagnose infection

• Classify degree of burns

• Measure percentage of body burned

• Measure burn depth

Which of the following best explains why third-degree burns may be painless initially?

• They cause less tissue damage

• Nerve endings are destroyed

• The burn is superficial

• The burn cools rapidly

A fracture where the bone pierces through the skin is called:

• Closed fracture

• Open fracture

• Greenstick fracture

• Simple fracture

What is the primary reason an open fracture requires immediate medical attention?

• Severe bruising

• Pain and swelling

• High risk of infection

• Possibility of sprain