POST First Responder First
Aid/CPR/AED: Module 3 | Comprehensive
Q&A For Certification Success
Which of the following will protect the spinal cord from further damage?-correct-
answer-1) Maintaining manual stabilization until the victim receives additional
treatment
2) Establishing early manual stabilization of the neck and head
You are conducting a secondary assessment of a conscious victim on the ground.
He complains of abdominal pain. What else might indicate a closed abdominal
injury?-correct-answer-1) He is in the fetal position
2) Nausea and/or vomiting
3) Rapid shallow breathing
4) The area is rigid or painful to the touch
When providing care to treat a nose bleed, you should pack the victim's nostrils.-
correct-answer-False
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In addition to burns, acute exposure to radiation may result in radiation sickness.
Which of the following are common symptoms of radiation sickness?-correct-
answer-1) Nausea and vomiting
2) Hair loss
3) Fatigue and weakness
When providing care for a dental emergency, you should:-correct-answer-1)
Activate the EMS system
2) Ensure the airway is clear and unobstructed
3) If possible, transport the tooth or dental apparatus in a moist dressing
4) Reassure and monitor the victim
A pedestrian was hit by a car crossing the street. She complains of constant pain in
her hip and knee areas. You observe that her leg is swollen and discolored above
the knee. She is able to move, but only with limited range of motion and a great
amount of pain. What type of injury does this victim have?-correct-answer-I can't
be sure without an x-ray
Which of the following are appropriate first aid measures for treating chemical
burns?-correct-answer-1) Flush areas with water for 15 to 30 minutes
2) Wear appropriate PPE for the flushing process
3) Treat for shock