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Which results when the top layer of the skin is removed with little or no blood loss? a.amputation b. incision c¢. abrasion d. laceration ANSWER¥ V abrasion A wound that results in skin that's cut with a jagged or irregular cdge a.amputation b.incision ¢, laceration d.abrasion ANSWERV V¥ laceration Wound that is smooth edged a. amputation b. incision c. abrasion d. laceration ANSWERY ¥ incision which of the following are characteristics of an open wound? break in the skin surface external bleeding possible infection all the above ANSWERY ¥ all the above a wound that usually has a deep, narrow high risk of infection type of injury a. amputation b, incision c. laceration d. puncture ANSWERV V puncture A wound involves cutting off or tearing of body part ANS WERV ¥ amputation This wound usually involves ears, fingers, hands, and results in tearing of flap of skin ANSWERV ¥ avulsion Tetnis is usually caused by a. toxin produced by a virus b. bacteria c. fungus d. none of the above ANSWERV V bacteria for a shallow wound wash it with ANSWERV ¥ soap and warm water is the most important factor in preventing infection ANSWERV ¥ irtigation with water Which of the following is a true statement a. Soaking wounds is an effective method that cleans wounds out The victim with a dirty wound who has not had the tetanus booster for more than years should reecive a booster. ANSWERV V 5 Tetanus shot must be given within hours of the injury ANSWERV ¥ 72 In cases of complete amputation the blood loss: a. is sure to be heavy b. may not be heavy c. will be almost impossible for a first aider to control d. will always require a tourniquet ANSWERV ¥ may not be heavy The first step in controlling bleeding from an amputation is: ANSWERV ¥ applying direct pressure How should an amputated body part be care for ANSWERY ¥ do not clean the amputated part the amputated part should be wrapped in ANSWERV ¥ a dry sterile dressing proper procedure for breaking a blister ANS WERV V making small holes at the base of the blister to drain the fluid the only time an impaled object can be safely removed is ANSWERV V when stuck in the cheek under which cireumstance would you leave a fish hook in place? ANSWERV ¥ all the above Care for impaled object may include which of the following actions a. exposing the area b. stabalizing the object with bulky dressing c. direct pressure over the wound d. none of the above ANSWERV ¥ bulky dressing what can be done to prevent blisters ANSWERV ¥ d. all the above occurs when blood under the skin collects in the injured area ANSWERV 4 bruises and contusions Stiches should be made by a physiscian within hours of the injury ANSWERV ¥ 6-8 hours what does first aid for gunshot wounds involve ANSWERV ¥ all the above an estimated 80% of all burn injury occur ANSWERY ¥ in the home Which of the following advantages of stitching up a wound ANSWERV ¥ all the above Death and complications from burns increase dramatically from which age group? ANSWERV V over 55 the extent of a burn can be made by considering the victims hand size to be about of his or her body surfaces ANSWERV V 1% first thing to do for first degree burn victim ANSWER¥ ¥ cold tap water under what minimal circumstance should medical attention be sought out for burn victim ANSWERV ¥ greater than 20 percent of the body burn care aims to ANSWERV ¥ all of them how long should cold be applied to the burn area? ANS WER¥ ¥ til the part is pain free for after care of a second degree sunburn apply ina thin layer ANSWERV J Neosporin What is the first stem in caring for chemical spill on dry skin? ANSWERV ¥ bursh off the substance before washing area should be flushed for minutes ANSWERV ¥ 20 if the fracture results in protruding through the skin it is called a ANSWERV ¥ open fracture sign symptom of a fracture ANSWERV V all the above DOTS ANSWERV ¥V Deformities Open wounds Tenderness Swelling CSM ANSWERY ¥ circulation sensation movement What injury results when a joint comes apart and stays apart ANS WERYV ¥ dislocation A occurs when a join is twisted or stretched beyond its normal range of motion ANSWERY ¥ sprain (joint) strain (muscle) keep swelling out of joint ANSWERV V RICE A occurs when muscle goes spasm ANSWERV Vv cramp Sign or symptom of muscle contusion ANS WERV ¥ b. black or blue mark happens when there are breaks in the bone ANSWERV ¥ fracture inflamed tendon from overuse is called ANS WERV ¥ tendinitis how to control bleeding on a depressed head ANSWER ¥ aply pressure around the edges of the wound which of the following is a sign of a skull fracture ANSWERV ¥ all the above which type of brain injury is bruising of brain ANSWERV ¥ contusion blow to head alters the function of the brain ANSWERV ¥ concussion you should seek medical attention of the victim starts to show signs of ANSWERV ¥ all the above for chemical burns of the eye wash the eye for at least ANSWERV V 20 minutes when flushing out chemicals out of victims eyeballs ANSWERV Vv hold under faucet if eye comes out of its socket: ANSWERV V¥ cover eye with moist sterile dressing Most nose bleeds result in ANSWERY ¥ self limited in most ¢ the proper position for nose bleed victim ANS WERV ¥ sitting with the head slightly tilting forward if a nose bleed continues bleeding after 10 minutes ANSWERV ¥ gently blow nose Ato treat a loosen tooth ANSWERV ¥ Have the patient bite down on a piece of gauze With proper treatment the of the tooth can be saved ANSWERV ¥ Majority A tooth often can be successfully put back into place of the socket within minutes of the injury. ANSWERV ¥ 30 minutes An object caught between teeth is often removed by ANSWERV ¥ Using dental Floss For a bitten lip or tongue ANS WERV ¥ D, all the above About of head injury victims have spinal injury ANSWERV V 15-20% Which type of spine injury radiates pain to the arms ANSWERV V Neck Under what circumstances should you suspect spine injury ANSWERV V All the above Which type of spine injury radiates pain down to the leg ANSWERV V Lumbar; lower back to stabilize spine injury victim against any movement: ANSWERV ¥ All the above Spine injury in water ANSWERY ¥ Immobilized and kept in water Which signs and sypmptoms occur with pelvic injury ANSWERV V All the above When a person is experiencing shock the skin is ANSWERV ¥ Clammy What is the most effective method to control most type of breathing ANS WERV ¥V Direct pressure over the wound Which of the following is a sign of internal bleeding ANSWERV ¥ All the above What should be done when carrying for a victim with internal bleeding ANSWERV V All the above Sign of dislocation ANS WERV V Deformity Most fractures: ANSWER Seldom present and immediate threat to life A first degree burn is known as ANSWERYV ¥ Sunburn A third degree burn is known as ANSWERY ¥ Electrical burn A second degree burn is known as ANSWERV V Burn with blisters Sprains and strains as ANSWERV/¥ Complete tear Stabilize head and neck patient should be put in position ANSWERV ¥ Position you found them in Check call care ANSWERV ¥ When approaching the accident situation In sprains and strains a second degree refers to ANSWERV ¥ Partial tear The recommended first aid for a muscle strain is ANSWERV V Rice treatment In strains and sprains a first degree refers to ANSWERV V Over stretched 
