Basic First Aid for Small Businesses Practice Test

Question 1

Why is it important to act quickly during a medical emergency?

To prevent professional responders from taking over

Because serious conditions like choking, cardiac arrest, and severe bleeding can become fatal in minutes

To avoid paperwork after the incident

So the injured person doesn’t panic

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

What is the FIRST step you should take when treating a bleeding wound?

Apply antibiotic ointment

Clean the wound with soap and water

Cover the wound with a bandage

Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth

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

When is it appropriate to offer aspirin to someone experiencing heart attack symptoms?

If the person is unconscious

If the person is sweating and shivering

If the person feels anxious but has no chest pain

If the person is conscious, not allergic, and able to swallow

Question 6

What is the BEST first step if you suspect someone is experiencing low blood sugar?

Give them a glass of water and wait for symptoms to improve

Offer 15 grams of fast-acting sugar, such as fruit juice or glucose tablets

Ask them to sit quietly and rest for 30 minutes

Call 911 immediately, even if they are still conscious

Question 7

Which of the following is a common symptom of heat exhaustion?

Hot, red, and dry skin

Confusion or slurred speech

Heavy sweating, dizziness, and weakness

Seizures or loss of consciousness

Question 8

Which of the following is an early sign of mild hypothermia?

Shivering and cold, pale skin

Skin turning black and hard

Severe chest pain

Excessive sweating

Question 9

What is the FIRST step you should take if a chemical spills onto someone’s skin?

Rinse the area with cool running water for at least 20 minutes

Apply ointment to soothe the burn

Cover the burn with a dry bandage immediately

Use ice to reduce pain

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