Basic First Aid for Small Businesses Practice Test

Question 1

Which of these injuries requires immediate first aid to prevent serious complications?

A minor paper cut

A bruise on the arm

Severe bleeding from a deep cut

A blister from tight shoes

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP)?

To assign blame after an emergency occurs

To outline step-by-step actions for handling workplace emergencies

To track employee attendance during emergencies

To reduce the need for first aid kits in the workplace

Question 3

Which of the following is the BEST way to ensure employees follow your Emergency Response Plan during a crisis?

Conduct regular training and emergency drills

Store the plan in a filing cabinet for safekeeping

Post the plan in the break room but avoid discussing it to prevent panic

Ask employees to review the ERP on their own time

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about cleaning a wound?

Rinse the wound with hydrogen peroxide for 5 minutes

Use soap directly inside the wound for the deepest clean

Skip cleaning the wound if you’re going to apply an antibiotic ointment

Rinse the wound thoroughly with clean, running water for at least 5 minutes

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct way to treat a first-degree burn?

Apply ice directly to the burn to reduce pain

Cover the burn with a dry gauze pad without rinsing

Run cool water over the burn for 10–15 minutes

Apply butter or oil to soothe the burn

Question 6

What is the FIRST step you should take if a chemical splashes into someone\'s eye?

Apply an eye ointment for comfort

Cover the eye with a clean cloth

Rinse the eye with clean, running water for at least 15–20 minutes

Ask the person to keep their eyes closed until help arrives

Question 7

What is the first thing you should do when you suspect someone has a fractured or dislocated limb?

Apply an ice pack to reduce swelling

Attempt to move the limb back into its correct position

Massage the area to improve circulation

Encourage the person to stay still and avoid moving the injured area

Question 8

If someone shows signs of a stroke, what should you do FIRST?

Offer them aspirin to reduce blood clotting

Have them lie down and sleep it off

Give them water and encourage deep breathing

Call 911 immediately and describe their symptoms

Question 9

Which of the following is a common early symptom of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Extreme thirst

Fruity-smelling breath

Shakiness, sweating, or sudden hunger

Flushed, dry skin

Question 10

What is the correct FIRST step if a bee stinger is still in the skin?

Use tweezers to pull the stinger out

Apply a warm compress to the area

Rinse the area with vinegar

Use a credit card or fingernail to scrape the stinger away