First Aid at Work Practice Questions — All Questions

The first action to control severe external bleeding is to:

• a.Give the casualty a drink
• b.Apply firm direct pressure to the wound✓
• c.Elevate the head
• d.Apply a cold pack only

Apply firm direct pressure to the wound to control bleeding.

If blood soaks through the first dressing, you should:

• a.Apply another dressing on top and keep pressure✓
• b.Remove all dressings
• c.Wash the wound with soap
• d.Ignore it

Add another dressing on top and maintain pressure; do not remove the first.

Signs of shock from severe bleeding can include:

• a.Warm, dry skin
• b.High energy
• c.Pale, cold, clammy skin and a fast pulse✓
• d.Slow steady breathing only

Shock often shows as pale, cold, clammy skin and a rapid pulse.

A casualty showing signs of shock should generally be:

• a.Made to walk
• b.Given food and drink
• c.Left standing
• d.Laid down, kept warm, and given emergency help✓

Lay them down, keep them warm, reassure, and call for emergency help; do not give food/drink.