First Aid- American Red Cross
COMPLETE MOCK EXAM *Q&A*
|Verified Study Set| 2025/2024
What is the first step you should take when arriving at the scene of an emergency?
Ensure the scene is safe for you and others before providing care.
How should you assess a victim who is unresponsive?
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First Aid- American Red Cross
COMPLETE MOCK EXAM *Q&A*
|Verified Study Set| 2025/2024
What is the first step you should take when arriving at the scene of an emergency?
Ensure the scene is safe for you and others before providing care.
How should you assess a victim who is unresponsive?
Check for responsiveness by tapping the person and shouting, "Are you okay?"
What does the acronym "ABC" stand for in emergency care?
Airway, Breathing, and Circulation.
What is the proper technique to open an airway in an adult?
Use the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver.
How do you determine if a victim is breathing?
Look for chest rise, listen for breath sounds, and feel for air on your cheek.
What should you do if a person is choking but can still cough and breathe?
Encourage them to continue coughing to expel the obstruction.
What is the appropriate first aid response for a severe burn?
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, Cool the burn under running water for at least 10 minutes and cover it with a sterile dressing.
How can you control bleeding from a wound?
Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage.
What should you do if bleeding does not stop after applying pressure?
Apply additional dressings without removing the original one and seek medical assistance.
When should you use a tourniquet?
When a wound is bleeding profusely and direct pressure does not stop the bleeding.
What is the first step in caring for a sprain or strain?
Rest the injured area and apply ice to reduce swelling.
How should you position a person experiencing a seizure?
Move objects away to prevent injury and place the person on their side after the seizure has
stopped.
What is the purpose of using an epinephrine auto-injector?
To treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) by constricting blood vessels and relaxing
airway muscles.
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,How do you recognize the signs of a heart attack?
Look for chest pain, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pain radiating to the arms or
jaw.
What should you do for a person who is experiencing a stroke?
Use the FAST method: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, and Time to call
911.
What is the appropriate first aid response for a nosebleed?
Have the person sit up and lean forward while pinching the nostrils together for 10 minutes.
How should you care for a person who has fainted?
Lay them down, elevate their legs, and monitor their breathing until they regain
consciousness.
What is the best way to help a person with heat exhaustion?
Move them to a cooler environment, provide water or electrolyte drinks, and apply cool, wet
cloths.
What should you do if someone is having difficulty breathing?
Encourage them to sit in a comfortable position and reassure them while seeking medical
help if needed.
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, What is the recommended action for a victim of a suspected spinal injury?
Keep the person still, minimize movement, and call for emergency medical services.
What should you do if a person has a foreign object embedded in a wound?
Do not remove the object; instead, stabilize it and seek medical help.
How can you help someone who is hyperventilating?
Encourage them to breathe slowly and deeply into a paper bag or their hands to help regulate
their breathing.
What is the first aid response for a person experiencing an asthma attack?
Assist them with their prescribed inhaler and help them into a comfortable position.
How do you treat a blister?
Do not pop it; instead, cover it with a clean, dry bandage to protect it.
What is the appropriate response for someone who is exhibiting signs of shock?
Lay them down, elevate their legs if there are no injuries, and keep them warm while seeking
medical help.
What should you do if you suspect someone has a concussion?
Monitor them closely for symptoms and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen.
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