First Aid and CPR Training for Painting and Decorating Professionals

Question 1

When providing first aid to an injured person, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Check the person's responsiveness and breathing

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Call for emergency medical services

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Apply pressure to any wounds

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Move the person to a comfortable position

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a typical sign of shock?

Accepted Answer

Normal body temperature

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Rapid, shallow breathing

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Pale or ashen skin

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Cold, clammy skin

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the painting and decorating industry?

Accepted Answer

To protect workers from hazardous substances

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To comply with OSHA regulations

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To improve productivity

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To reduce cleanup time

Question 4

What is the most appropriate first action to take if you observe a coworker having a seizure?

Accepted Answer

Protect the person from injury

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Restrain the person

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Call emergency services immediately

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Give the person water

Question 5

In providing first aid to an injured person, what should be the initial step?

Accepted Answer

Assess the person's consciousness and breathing

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Call for emergency medical services

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Control any bleeding

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Immobilize the injured area

Question 6

When performing CPR on an unresponsive adult who is not breathing, which approach is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Hands-only CPR

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Infant CPR

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Child CPR

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AED-assisted CPR

Question 7

In what situation should an automated external defibrillator (AED) be used?

Accepted Answer

When someone is in cardiac arrest

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When someone is experiencing chest pain

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When someone is having a seizure

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When someone is unresponsive but breathing

Question 8

What legal requirements exist for first aid training in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Mandatory first aid training for employees in hazardous work environments

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Mandatory first aid training for all employees

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First aid training is not legally required

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First aid training must be provided by licensed healthcare professionals

Question 9

What comprehensive approach can effectively prevent accidents in painting and decorating workplaces?

Accepted Answer

A combination of all the above

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Utilizing appropriate safety gear

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Employing suitable tools and equipment

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Adhering to safety guidelines

Question 10

What is the primary responsibility of a first aider in the workplace?

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Stabilize the victim and summon professional help

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Provide advanced medical treatment

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Diagnose and prescribe medication

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Transport the victim to the hospital

Question 11

Which factor is most critical when assessing a victim's condition?

Accepted Answer

Level of consciousness

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Age and gender

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Nature of the injury or illness

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Time since the incident

Question 12

For adult victims, what is the correct CPR ratio of compressions to breaths?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 2 breaths

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15 compressions to 2 breaths

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2 breaths to 30 compressions

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10 compressions to 1 breath

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of the Heimlich maneuver?

Accepted Answer

Dislodge a foreign object from the airway

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Stop bleeding

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Treat a heart attack

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Revive a victim from unconsciousness

Question 14

When encountering an unresponsive person, what is the **initial** step you should take before using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness

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Attach the AED pads to the person's chest

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Call emergency services

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Follow the voice prompts from the AED

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a recommended first aid treatment for an open wound?

Accepted Answer

Apply heat to the wound

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Apply pressure to stop bleeding

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Clean the wound with water

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Apply a bandage to cover the wound

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of CPR?

Accepted Answer

To restart the heart and breathing

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To clear the airway

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To stop bleeding

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To prevent infection

Question 17

What is the recommended first aid treatment for a burn?

Accepted Answer

Apply cold water or ice to the burn

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Use a pain reliever

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Cover the burn with a bandage

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Apply petroleum jelly

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a component of a first aid kit for a painting and decorating workplace?

Accepted Answer

Fire extinguisher

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Bandages

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Antiseptic wipes

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Gloves

Question 19

What is the proper procedure for assessing an unconscious person?

Accepted Answer

Check for breathing and pulse, then call for help if needed

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Call for help, then check for breathing and pulse

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Check for pulse, then call for help

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Check for breathing, then call for help

Question 20

What is the recovery position used for?

Accepted Answer

To help an unconscious person breathe and prevent choking

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To reduce pain

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To stop bleeding

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To keep a person warm

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a first aid responder?

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Diagnosing injuries or illnesses

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Providing immediate assistance

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Calling for professional help when necessary

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Comforting the victim

Question 22

What is the recommended frequency for renewing a first aid and CPR certification?

Accepted Answer

Every two years

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Every year

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Never, once certified you are always certified

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Only when you have used your skills in a real-world emergency

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of a first responder in a painting and decorating emergency?

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Investigating the cause of the emergency

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Assessing the situation and calling for help

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Performing first aid and CPR

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Evacuating the area if necessary

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of using a tourniquet?

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To stop severe bleeding from a wound

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To prevent infection

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To reduce pain

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To immobilize the injured limb

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a principle of first aid?

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Provide emotional support

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Do no further harm

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Control bleeding

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Transport the victim

Question 26

During the primary survey in first aid, what are the three key elements to assess?

Accepted Answer

Airway

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Breathing

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Circulation

Question 27

In a painting and decorating setting, what is the correct order of actions when providing first aid for a deep cut?

Accepted Answer

Stop the bleeding, clean the wound, and bandage it

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Give CPR and apply an ice pack

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Do nothing and wait for medical help

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Cover the wound and raise the injured limb

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a common type of injury encountered in the painting and decorating workplace?

Accepted Answer

Poisoning

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Cuts and lacerations

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Slips, trips, and falls

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Electrical shock

Question 29

In a first aid scenario, what is the initial step to take when assessing a casualty?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness

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Call for emergency help

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Begin chest compressions

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Give rescue breaths

Question 30

What is a primary function of an automated external defibrillator (AED)?

Accepted Answer

Monitor heart rhythm and deliver electric shocks if needed

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Perform CPR automatically

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Administer oxygen

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Stop bleeding

Question 31

For a minor cut, which first aid treatment is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Clean the wound and apply a bandage

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Apply a tourniquet to stop bleeding

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Elevate the injured area

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Call for emergency help immediately

Question 32

What is the key difference between a muscle strain and a ligament sprain?

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A muscle strain involves damage to muscles or tendons, while a ligament sprain involves damage to ligaments

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A ligament sprain involves damage to muscles or tendons, while a muscle strain involves damage to ligaments

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Muscle strains and ligament sprains are the same type of injury

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Muscle strains are generally more severe than ligament sprains

Question 33

To maintain their proficiency, first aid responders should:

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Attend regular first aid refresher courses

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Rely solely on their initial first aid and CPR certification

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Read medical journals and textbooks exclusively

Question 34

In first aid, the initial step is to:

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Secure the scene and ensure your own safety

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Provide comfort and reassurance

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Examine the casualty's injuries

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Call for emergency services

Question 35

Which type of bleeding requires immediate transport to a medical facility?

Accepted Answer

Arterial bleeding

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Superficial bleeding

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Capillary bleeding

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Venous bleeding

Question 36

A tourniquet is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Control severe bleeding that cannot be stopped by direct pressure

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Immobilize fractures

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Treat burns

Question 37

The Heimlich maneuver is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Dislodge an obstruction from the airway

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Prevent seizures

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Treat heart attacks

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Immobilize broken bones

Question 38

When responding to a chemical spill on the skin, the most appropriate first step is:

Accepted Answer

Flush the area with copious amounts of clean water

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Apply a bandage

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Use soap to wash the area

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Ignore the spill

Question 39

According to occupational health and safety regulations, employers are:

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Required to provide relevant first aid training to all employees

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Only required to provide first aid training to supervisors

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Not required to provide first aid training

Question 40

When selecting a first aid kit for your workplace, the most critical consideration is:

Accepted Answer

The specific hazards and potential risks of the workplace

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The appearance of the kit

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The size of the kit

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The cost of the kit

Question 41

In the event of an unconscious, non-breathing individual, which action has the highest priority?

Accepted Answer

Call emergency services (911 or equivalent).

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Start CPR immediately.

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Move the individual to a safer location.

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Check for a pulse.

Question 42

When performing CPR on an adult, where should the hands be positioned for chest compressions?

Accepted Answer

Center of the chest, just below the nipple line, with hands stacked on top of each other.

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Lower sternum, with one hand on top of the other.

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Upper sternum, with hands side by side.

Question 43

During adult CPR, what is the recommended compression rate per minute?

Accepted Answer

100-120 compressions per minute.

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60-80 compressions per minute.

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80-100 compressions per minute.

Question 44

After performing 30 chest compressions during CPR, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Give 2 rescue breaths.

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Check for a pulse.

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Call emergency services.

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Continue chest compressions.

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Sudden loss of consciousness.

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Difficulty speaking or understanding speech.

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Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body.

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Sudden changes in vision.

Question 46

To control bleeding from a minor cut, the most effective method is:

Accepted Answer

Applying direct pressure to the wound.

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Using a tourniquet.

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Elevating the injured limb.

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Applying a cold compress.

Question 47

When treating a burn, what is the initial recommended action?

Accepted Answer

Cool the burn with cool water for 10-15 minutes.

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Apply butter or ointment.

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Cover the burn with a bandage.

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Break any blisters.

Question 48

A coworker falls from a ladder and complains of back pain. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Keep the coworker still and seek immediate medical assistance.

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Move the coworker to a more comfortable position.

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Attempt to help the coworker stand up.

Question 49

The universally recognized sign for choking is:

Accepted Answer

Clutching the throat with both hands.

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Pointing to the chest.

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Coughing loudly and forcefully.

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Waving the arms frantically.

Question 50

Before providing first aid, the first and most crucial step is to:

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness.

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Immobilize any injuries.

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Control bleeding.

Question 51

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for performing CPR on an adult?

Accepted Answer

30:2

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15:2

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5:1

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10:1

Question 52

Which type of wound requires immediate medical attention?

Accepted Answer

Deep cut with heavy bleeding

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Minor cut with superficial bleeding

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Abrasion with minimal discomfort

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Puncture wound with slight pain

Question 53

What is the purpose of using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?

Accepted Answer

To deliver an electric shock to the heart to restore normal rhythm

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To measure blood pressure and heart rate

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To suction foreign objects from the airway

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Sudden onset of chest pain

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Shortness of breath

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Nausea and vomiting

Question 55

What should you do if an injured person is unconscious and not breathing?

Accepted Answer

Call for emergency medical services and start CPR immediately

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Turn the person on their side and monitor their breathing

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Give the person water and wait for them to regain consciousness

Question 56

Which of the following is a common cause of workplace accidents in painting and decorating?

Accepted Answer

Exposure to hazardous chemicals

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Insufficient lighting

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Lack of ventilation

Question 57

What is the legal responsibility of an employer regarding first aid and CPR training?

Accepted Answer

To provide training to all employees and maintain a safe workplace

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To provide training only to employees who request it

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To train only supervisors and managers

Question 58

Which of the following is a benefit of being certified in first aid and CPR?

Accepted Answer

Increased confidence in responding to medical emergencies

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Automatic promotion to a higher job position

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Guaranteed employment in the medical field

Question 59

What is the recommended frequency for renewing first aid and CPR certification?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 years

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Every 1 year

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Every 5 years

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Every 3 years