EFA - Elementary First Aid Exit Exam Questions - Set 3

Question 1

Infant CPR is administered to any child under the age of:

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B: 12 months

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A: 6 months

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C: 24 months

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D: 18 months

Question 2

An atraumatic splint could be used for which of the following injuries?

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D: A mid-shaft femur fracture

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A: An ankle sprain

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B: A rib fracture

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C: A wrist fracture

Question 3

To flush an eye that has been exposed to a chemical, hold the affected eye:

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C: Lower than the unaffected eye

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A: At the same level as the unaffected eye

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B: It doesn't matter

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D: Higher than the unaffected eye

Question 4

You find an adult who is unresponsive and not breathing. The scene is safe. What is your next step?

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A: Activate the emergency response system

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B: Check for a pulse

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C: Perform CPR

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D: Administer rescue breaths

Question 5

Dressings and pads are used to:

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A: Help control bleeding and keep germs out

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B: Provide warmth

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C: All of the above

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D: Immobilize injuries

Question 6

What method of manhandling technique would you use if a crew member is unconscious?

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D: Both the above options

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A: Simple forward and aft carry

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B: Fireman's lift

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C: Neither of the above options

Question 7

The treatment for fever is:

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C: Acetaminophen

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A: All of the above

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B: Ibuprofen

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D: Aspirin

Question 8

Hypovolemic shock results from:

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D: Decreased volume of blood

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A: A stroke

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B: A heart attack

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C: An allergic reaction

Question 9

What is the average heartbeat of an adult at rest?

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B: 60-100 beats per minute

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A: 50-60 beats per minute

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C: 120-140 beats per minute

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D: 100-120 beats per minute

Question 10

Increased respiratory difficulty accompanied by a weak, ineffective cough, wheezing, high-pitched crowing noises, and cyanosis are signs of:

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C: Severe airway obstruction

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A: Asthma

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B: Pneumonia

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D: Heart failure

Question 11

Which of the following should be done for a crew member experiencing a heat-related illness?

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B: All of the above

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A: Give the victim plenty of fluids to drink

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C: Move the victim to a cool, shaded area

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D: Apply cool, wet cloths to the body

Question 12

Is it advisable to cover a tourniquet with clothes or bandages?

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C: No

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A: Only in an emergency

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B: Yes

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D: It doesn't matter

Question 13

You have a casualty who is not breathing but has injuries to the face that prevent you from performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. What do you do?

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C: Perform chest compressions only at a rate of 100-120 per minute

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A: Attempt to open the victim's mouth using a jaw thrust maneuver

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B: Give rescue breaths through the nose

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D: Call for immediate medical assistance

Question 14

What do you do after giving rescue breaths to an unconscious adult?

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A: Check for a pulse

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B: Administer CPR

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C: Continue rescue breaths

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D: Assess the victim's pupils

Question 15

Can you use an adult AED on an infant?

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A: No

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B: Only if the infant is at least 6 months old

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C: Yes

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D: Only if the infant is at least 1 year old

Question 16

Difficulty breathing may be a sign of:

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C: All of the above

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A: Anaphylaxis

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B: Heart attack

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D: Asthma attack

Question 17

The type of shock that is caused by a severe infection is called:

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A: Septic shock

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B: Hypovolemic shock

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C: Cardiogenic shock

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D: Anaphylactic shock

Question 18

After discovering a possible fracture, you should assess which of the following before and after splinting?

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D: Capillary refill, pulse, and sensation

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A: All of the above

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B: Level of consciousness, pupil response, and motor function

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C: Blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate

Question 19

If you want to be a first aider at work, you should:

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D: All of the above

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A: Get certified in CPR

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B: Take a first aid course

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C: Arrange for your employer to put you on a first aiders course

Question 20

When is the best time to administer CPR?

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A: As soon as possible after a cardiac incident

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B: When the victim's breathing is shallow or labored

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C: Only after the victim has been moved to a safe location

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D: When the victim's heart rate is below 60 beats per minute

Question 21

Which is the first step when caring for bleeding wounds?

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B: Apply direct pressure with a clean or sterile dressing

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A: Call for medical assistance

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C: Control bleeding by applying a tourniquet

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D: Elevate the injured limb

Question 22

Under STCW Code Table A-VI/1-1, what is the mandatory requirement regarding regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements during Elementary First Aid operations?

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C: Strict compliance with approved safety procedures and flag state regulations

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A: Optional adherence based on vessel size

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B: Verbal recommendation without documentation

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D: Applicable only during drydock operations

Question 23

What specific safety precaution must be observed when managing regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements for Elementary First Aid on board?

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B: Conducting a thorough risk assessment and briefing all involved personnel prior to starting work

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A: Disabling automated safety alarms to save time

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C: Delegating tasks exclusively to untrained crew members

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D: Proceeding without informing the officer on watch

Question 24

Which international regulation specifies the minimum standard for regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements concerning Elementary First Aid?

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A: STCW Code Section A-VI/1-1 and relevant SOLAS/MARPOL conventions

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B: International Load Line Certificate Annex 3

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C: Tonnage Measurement Convention 1969

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D: Port State Control advisory note only

Question 25

In the event of an emergency involving regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements during Elementary First Aid tasks, what immediate action is required?

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A: Raise the alarm, notify the Officer of the Watch, and execute assigned muster list duties

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B: Attempt to resolve the incident silently without raising the alarm

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C: Evacuate the vessel immediately without informing the bridge

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D: Wait until the end of the watch to log the issue

Question 26

How frequently must operational drills and practical checks for regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements be conducted for Elementary First Aid?

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B: At least monthly or as mandated by SOLAS and shipboard safety management system (SMS)

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A: Once every 5 years during special survey

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C: Only when requested by port State control inspectors

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D: Annually prior to vessel drydocking

Question 27

What documented record must be maintained on board following completion of tasks related to regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements in Elementary First Aid?

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A: Entry in the official Deck or Engine Logbook recording date, time, and operational parameters

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B: Verbal update to port agent without logging

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C: No written record is required

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D: Unsigned note on the shipboard notice board

Question 28

What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential when handling regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements under Elementary First Aid guidelines?

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A: Certified task-specific PPE meeting SOLAS/IMO performance standards

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B: Basic cotton coveralls without eye or foot protection

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C: Standard street clothing with rubber gloves

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D: High-visibility vest only

Question 29

What parameter must be verified prior to authorizing enclosed space entry for regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements related to Elementary First Aid?

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D: Atmospheric oxygen level at 20.9% and zero toxic/flammable gas concentration

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A: Oxygen level at 15% with ventilation turned off

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B: Visual inspection through access hatch without gas testing

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C: Temperature check only

Question 30

What key responsibility belongs to seafarers performing watchkeeping duties for regulatory compliance and STCW code requirements under Elementary First Aid?

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A: Continuous monitoring of operational parameters and immediate reporting of anomalies

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B: Bypassing safety trips during routine operations

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C: Leaving watchkeeping station unattended

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D: Operating equipment beyond design pressure limits

Elementary First Aid (EFA) (Set 3)

Infant CPR is administered to any child under the age of:

Questions in EFA Set 3

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