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Question #1

Sudden illnesses may result from condition that is either acute or chronic.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #2

Match the following with the best possible answer: Diabetes

A. Cerebrovascular accident or brain attack (blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off).

B. Loss of body control, convulsions.

C. Inability of the body to change sugar (glucose) from food to energy.

D. Sudden loss of consciousness, temporary.

Question #3

Match the following with the best possible answer: Seizures

A. Sudden loss of consciousness, temporary.

B. Loss of body control, convulsions.

C. Cerebrovascular accident or brain attack (blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off).

D. Inability of the body to change sugar (glucose) from food to energy.

Question #4

Match the following with the best possible answer: Stroke

A. Sudden loss of consciousness, temporary.

B. Inability of the body to change sugar (glucose) from food to energy.

C. Loss of body control, convulsions.

D. Cerebrovascular accident or brain attack (blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off).

Question #5

Match the following with the best possible answer: Fainting

A. Sudden loss of consciousness, temporary.

B. Cerebrovascular accident or brain attack (blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off).

C. Inability of the body to change sugar (glucose) from food to energy.

D. Loss of body control, convulsions.

Question #6

Type I diabetes is adult onset (non-insulin-dependent) and develops due to eating habits and lack of exercise.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #7

Type II diabetes is juvenile diabetes (produce little or no insulin) and requires the person to inject insulin (insulin-dependent).

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #8

Signals of diabetic emergencies include the following except:

A. Changes in level of consciousness

B. Changes in mood

C. Dizziness and headache

D. Feeling and looking normal

E. Irregular breathing

Question #9

You can give sugar in form of several glucose tablets or glucose paste, or 12-ounces serving of fruit juice, milk, nondiet soft drink or table sugar dissolve in glass of water to a person having a diabetic emergency.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #10

Risk factors for stroke include the following except:

A. Smoking

B. Age and gender

C. High blood pressure

D. Diet

E. Sleep

Question #11

For a stroke victim, think FAST to identify the signals: Face, Arm, Speech, Time.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #12

Match the following with the best answers possible: Chemicals, drugs, plants, insects

A. Absorption

B. Injection

C. Inhalation

D. Ingestion

Question #13

Match the following with the best answers possible: Gas, fumes

A. Injection

B. Absorption

C. Ingestion

D. Inhalation

Question #14

Match the following with the best answers possible: Poison ivy, poison oak

A. Injection

B. Inhalation

C. Ingestion

D. Absorption

Question #15

Match the following with the best answers possible: Insects, spiders, snakes, ticks

A. Injection

B. Ingestion

C. Inhalation

D. Absorption

Question #16

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction to poisons and caused by insect bite or sting or contact with certain drugs, medications, foods and chemicals.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #17

Signals of Anaphylaxis include the following except:

A. Normal breathing

B. Swelling of the face, throat or tongue

C. Weakness, dizziness or confusion

D. Rash or hives

E. Tight feeling in the chest and throat

Question #18

An Epinephrine Auto-Injector is injected into the body to counteract the anaphylactic reaction.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #19

Signals of insect stings include the following except:

A. Signal of an allergic reaction

B. Presence of a stinger

C. Swelling

D. Severe bleeding

E. Pain

Question #20

When caring for insect stings, you should: remove any visible stinger; wash the site with soap and water; cover the site with dressing; and apply ice to reduce pain and swelling

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #21

Signals of tick bites include the following except:

A. Increase appetite

B. Fever, nausea, and vomiting

C. Muscle aches and pain

D. Headaches

Question #22

Lyme Disease is spread by the deer tick it must remain embedded in human skin for 36 to 48 hours in order to transmit the disease.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #23

Signals of Lyme Disease are similar to the flu and a bull’s eye rash may develop.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #24

The West Nile Virus is passed on to humans and other animals by mosquitoes that bite them after feeding on infected birds.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #25

Signals of West Nile Virus include the following except:

A. Vision loss and paralysis

B. Neck stiffness and muscle weakness/numbness

C. Open wound

D. Tremors and convulsions

E. High fever and headaches

Question #26

An antivenom is used to counteract the poisonous effects of the venom from a spider bite.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #27

Bites from rattlesnake, copperhead, cottonmouth or corral snake are not venomous and you should not call 9-1-1.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #28

Bites from domestic and wild animals can result in rabies, which is an infectious disease that affects the nervous system and is caused by a virus transmitted commonly through the saliva or diseased mammals..

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #29

A person who has been bitten by a domestic or wild animal will require a rabies and tetanus shot.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #30

The hypothalamus is not responsible for controlling body temperature.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #31

Match the following with the best possible answer: Transfer of heat from one object to another without physical contact. Body loses majority of heat through radiation from head, hands and feet.

A. Convection

B. Conduction

C. Evaporation

D. Radiation

E. Respiration

Question #32

Match the following with the best possible answer: Process by which air moves over the skin and carries skin’s heat away. Faster air is moving, faster body will be cooled. Assists in evaporation process.

A. Convection

B. Respiration

C. Radiation

D. Conduction

E. Evaporation

Question #33

Match the following with the best possible answer: Body is in direct contact with a substance that is cooler that the body’s temperature. Body’s heat is transferred to the cooler substance (ex. swimming in cold water).

A. Convection

B. Radiation

C. Conduction

D. Evaporation

E. Respiration

Question #34

Match the following with the best possible answer: Process by which a liquid or solid becomes a vapor. Perspiration process.

A. Respiration

B. Convection

C. Radiation

D. Conduction

E. Evaporation

Question #35

Match the following with the best possible answer: Heat is lost through respiration or breathing.

A. Conduction

B. Convection

C. Respiration

D. Radiation

E. Evaporation

Question #36

Dehydration is related to heat-related illnesses and is caused by overexposure to heat and loss of fluids and electrolytes..

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #37

Signals of dehydration include the following except:

A. Dry lips and mouth

B. Fatigue and weakness

C. Headache, nausea, and dizziness

D. Increased energy

E. Excessive thirst

Question #38

Hypothermia is a state of the body being hotter than usual core temperature and is caused by hot environment.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Question #39

American Red Cross Question A woman burned her hand in the lunchroom. You should:

A. All are correct

B. Cover the burn loosely with a dry, sterile dressing.

C. Cool the burn with large amounts of fresh running water.

D. Remove her from the source of the burn.

Question #40

American Red Cross Question Which type of injury involves an open wound in which the bone has torn through the skin?

A. Sprain

B. Open fracture

C. Dislocation

D. Strain

Question #41

American Red Cross Question The general care for a muscle, bone or joint injury includes the following:

A. None are correct

B. Reduce, Insulate, Compress and Evaluate

C. Rest, Ibuprofen, Cool and Evacuate

D. Rest, Immobilize, Cold and Elevate

Question #42

American Red Cross Question When caring for a person who is having a seizure, you should:

A. Remove nearby objects that might cause injury.

B. All are correct

C. Place a spoon or wallet between the person’s teeth.

D. Try to hold the person still.

Question #43

American Red Cross Question What sudden illness is usually caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain?

A. Heart attack

B. Diabetic emergency

C. Stroke

D. Heat-related illness

Question #44

American Red Cross Question This sudden illness results from too much or too little sugar in the person’s blood. What is it?

A. Seizure

B. Stroke

C. Diabetic emergency

D. Allergic reaction

Question #45

A. Get the person out of the heat and into a cooler place.

B. All are correct

C. Force the person to quickly drink a lot of water.

D. Put more layers of clothing on the person as protection against the heat.

Question #46

American Red Cross Question Heat-related illnesses include the following:

A. Exercise-associated muscle cramps, exertional heat exhaustion and heat stroke

B. Hypoglycemia and sunstroke

C. Heat cramps, stroke and insulin shock

D. Fainting and hyperglycemia

Question #47

American Red Cross Question How should you care for someone with minor frostbite on the fingers?

A. Massage his or her hands vigorously.

B. Immerse his or her hands in hot water.

C. Get the person to a warm environment and then rewarm his or her hands using skin-to-skin contact.

D. Have the person shake his or her hands vigorously until feeling is restored.

Question #48

American Red Cross Question What is the first step in caring for a wound with significant bleeding?

A. Apply pressure at a pressure point.

B. Apply direct pressure with a sterile or clean dressing.

C. Care for shock.

Question #49

American Red Cross Question If an open wound continues to bleed heavily after applying direct pressure:

A. Do not remove the original blood-soaked dressings.

B. Ensure that 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number has been called.

C. Consider the use of a tourniquet or hemostatic dressing if pressure fails to control the bleeding.

D. All are correct

Question #50

American Red Cross Question How do you care for a person with a possible head, neck or spinal injury?

A. None are correct

B. Move the person into a comfortable position as soon as possible.

C. Have the person remain still and not move their head.

D. Move the injured area so that it rests above the person’s heart.

Question #51

American Red Cross Question In stroke recognition, FAST means:

A. Fever, anxiety, stress and taste.

B. Feet, airway, speech and temperature.

C. Face, arm, speech and time.

D. Flexibility, asthma and sudden tightness in the chest.

Question #52

American Red Cross Question A young woman is having trouble breathing and, based on your check of the person, you suspect that she is having a severe allergic reaction to a bee sting. What should you do?

A. Provide care to the person, then call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

B. Give the person abdominal thrusts.

C. After about 15 minutes, call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

D. Give the person a cool drink.

Question #53

American Red Cross Question What is a common signal of sudden illness?

A. Changes in level of consciousness

B. All are correct

C. Pale, cool and moist skin

D. Loss of vision or blurred vision

Question #54

American Red Cross Question When caring for a person who is actively bleeding from a wound, you would:

A. Elevate the wound immediately and apply direct pressure at a pressure point.

B. Flush the wound with large amounts of cold water and then apply a pressure bandage.

C. Apply direct pressure to the wound and then apply a pressure bandage.

D. Apply a pressure bandage first followed by a manufactured tourniquet.

Question #55

American Red Cross Question A friend collapses. As she regains consciousness, you notice that she is having difficulty speaking. One side of her face is drooping and she is unable to move her left arm or leg. You suspect which of the following?

A. Diabetic emergency

B. Seizure

C. Stroke

D. Poisoning

Question #56

American Red Cross Question You are giving care to a person who was involved in an automobile crash. The person is complaining of nausea and pain in her abdomen and tells you they are extremely thirsty. The person is breathing rapidly and the skin is pale and moist. Which of the following would you suspect?

A. External bleeding

B. Stroke

C. Heart attack

D. Internal bleeding

Question #57

American Red Cross Question You are giving care to a person in shock. Which of the following would be most appropriate?

A. Placing the person in the supine position.

B. Allowing the person to get up and walk around so he can get better.

C. Cooling the person to protect vital organs from further injury.

D. Elevating the person’s head so he can see his surroundings better.

Question #58

American Red Cross Question Which is the first step you should take in caring for a person with burns?

A. Cool the burned area to stop the burning.

B. Call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

C. Check to see if the scene is safe.

D. Remove the person from the source of the burn.

Question #59

American Red Cross Question A person has sustained a chemical burn to his right eye. Which action would be appropriate?

A. Apply several cool, wet compresses over the right eye.

B. Flush the right eye with water for at least 20 minutes.

C. Encourage continuous blinking so his tears can rinse chemical from his eye.

D. Call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number immediately before doing anything.

Question #60

American Red Cross Question You are playing soccer when a player on the other team falls, breaking their fall with an outstretched arm. When the player gets up, they are holding their left arm close to their body and are complaining of shoulder pain. How would you initially give care for this suspected shoulder injury?

A. Have the person raise his left arm so you can pad the underneath area before splinting.

B. Splint the upper arm to prevent shoulder movement.

C. Have the person continue holding their left arm close to his body.

D. Check for feeling, warmth and color.

Question #61

American Red Cross Question Which of the following would be best to use to immobilize an ankle or foot injury?

A. Soft splint

B. Rigid splint

C. Anatomic splint

D. Sling

Question #62

American Red Cross Question Which of the following would most likely lead you to suspect that a person has experienced a serious head,neck or spinal injury?

A. Elevated body temperature

B. An irregular heartbeat

C. Changes in the level of consciousness

D. Impaired hearing

Question #63

American Red Cross Question A person is having an asthma attack. What should you do?

A. Help the person use their epinephrine auto-injector.

B. Encourage the person to use their quick-relief medication, and call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number if the person’s condition does not improve within 5 to 15 minutes of taking the medication.

C. Have the person sit down and take deep breaths.

D. Give the person a cool drink.

Question #64

American Red Cross Question Which of the following identifies the progression that heat-related illnesses can follow from least to most severe?

A. Exercise-associated muscle cramps, exertional heat exhaustion, heat stroke.

B. Exertional heat exhaustion, exercise-associated muscle cramps, heat stroke.

C. Exertional heat exhaustion, heat stroke, exercise-associated muscle cramps.

D. Exercise-associated muscle cramps, heat stroke, exertional heat exhaustion.

Question #65

American Red Cross Question When giving care to a person who has a serious injury to the chest, abdomen or pelvis, which of the following would you do first?

A. Determine the exact injury location.

B. Control minor bleeding.

C. Call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

D. Minimize shock.

Question #66

American Red Cross Question You believe that a person has a head, neck or spinal injury. What should you do?

A. Have the person remain in the position they are in until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel arrive and take over

B. Remove the person’s safety helmet.

C. Put the person in the recovery position.

D. Have the person nod the head up and down and shake the head from side to side to see if there is any pain or difficulty with movement.

Question #67

American Red Cross Question You suspect that a person might have ingested a poison but are unsure about the severity of the problem. Which action would be most appropriate?

A. Locate the drug or product containers to give to EMS personnel.

B. Immediately give the person something to drink to dilute the poison.

C. Call the national Poison Help hotline or call 9-1-1 or the designated emergency number.

D. Have the person vomit to get the poison out of the digestive system.

Question #68

American Red Cross Question Which of the following would be most appropriate to do when removing a bee stinger from a person’s skin?

A. Use the point of a knife to gouge out the stinger.

B. Grab the stinger with your gloved fingers and pull upward.

C. Use a match to burn the stinger off.

D. Scrape the stinger away from the skin with the edge of a plastic card.

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