MFA - Medical First Aid Exit Exam Questions - Set 5

Question 1

Which one of the following changes in vital signs is characteristic of brain injury:

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B: increase in blood pressure.

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A: Increase in pulse rate.

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C: Decrease in blood pressure.

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D: Constant respiratory rate.

Question 2

“Raccoon eyes” indicates:

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A: Possible head injury

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B: Possible eye injury

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C: Possible scalp laceration

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D: Possible fracture of the jaw

Question 3

You are called to the scene of a motorcycle crash. The rider is dazed and walking around. You should:

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B: Suspect spinal injury and manage accordingly.

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A: Not worry about spinal injury because the person is mobile.

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C: Advise the person to lie down in case of fainting.

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D: Determine the chief complaint and provide first aid for it.

Question 4

When managing a possible spinal injury:

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A: Responders must provide initial stabilization by supporting the head and ensuring neutral alignment

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B: The cervical immobilization device is applied by the police.

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C: Apply a cervical immobilization device before assessing the patient.

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D: Transport the patient in the position of greatest comfort.

Question 5

A helmet must be removed from a patient:

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A: When the helmet has a face mask that interferes with the responder’s ability to assist with ventilations

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B: If the patient will be immobilized to a long spinal immobilizaton device.

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C: If there are no airway or breathing problems.

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D: It is a full- face helmet.

Question 6

When dealing with pelvic injuries you must always consider the possibility of:

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C: Spinal injuries.

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A: Ruptured spleen.

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B: Ruptured bladder.

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D: Rib fractures.

Question 7

To properly measure a cervical collar, you:

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D: Measure the distance from the trapezius muscle to the angle of the jaw 22 Poisons, Bites and Stings

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A: Measure the distance from the cheekbone to the shoulder blade.

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B: Measure the distance from the corner of the mouth to the ear lobe.

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C: Measure the distance from the ear lobe to the shoulder.

Question 8

Contact dermatitis occurs when:

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C: The skin comes in contact with a poisonous substance.

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A: poison enters the eye of a contact lens wearer.

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B: poison is injected under the skin.

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D: Hot gases are inhaled.

Question 9

Carbon monoxide:

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B: May result from fires or automobile exhaust.

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A: Is not life-threatening.

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C: Requires the administration of low concentration O2.

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D: Has a very distinct odour

Question 10

A child has swallowed an unknown poisonous substance. You should:

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A: Call your local Poison Control Centre and follow directions.

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B: Dilute the poison with several glasses of cool water.

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C: Give a solution of mild liquid dish detergent and water.

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D: Use activated charcoal. 14 23 Anatomy and Physiology

Question 11

The external layer of the skin is called::

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A: Epidermis.

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B: Dermis.

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C: Cutaneous tissue.

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D: Adipose tissue.

Question 12

Muscles are attached to the bones by:

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A: Tendons.

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B: Cartilage.

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C: Meninges.

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D: Ligaments.

Question 13

The appendix is located in which quadrant of the abdomen:

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A: Lower right.

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B: Lower left.

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C: Upper right.

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D: Upper left.

Question 14

The white exterior portion of the eye is called the:

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C: Sclera.

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A: Cornea.

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B: Pupil.

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D: Iris.

Question 15

A skeletal injury to the lower back could result from direct trauma to the:

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A: Lumbar vertebrae.

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B: Thoracic vertebrae.

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C: Coccygeal vertebrae.

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D: Cervical vertebrae.

Question 16

The pulse point located in the upper portion of the thigh is called the:

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A: Femoral.

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B: Brachial.

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C: Temporal.

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D: Popliteal.

Question 17

Which one of the following is a function of the skin?

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B: Regulation of body temperature.

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A: Production of proteins.

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C: Regulation of oxygen levels.

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D: Removal of carbon dioxide.

Question 18

Urine is expelled from the body through the:

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A: Urethra.

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B: Ureters.

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C: Bladder.

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D: Kidneys.

Question 19

Insulin is produced in the:

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D: Pancreas.

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A: Liver.

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B: Gall bladder.

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C: Spleen.

Question 20

When communicating with patients:

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A: Stay at eye level & maintain eye contact.

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B: Stay as close to the patient as possible.

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C: Use medical terminology to enhance credibility.

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D: Hide facts if the situation is serious.

Question 21

In cases of behavioural disorders, the responder should:

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D: Give the patient a choice in the treatment

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A: Always use restraints.

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B: Force the patient to make decisions.

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C: Play along with auditory or visual hallucinations.

Question 22

The best way to prevent a Critical Incident Stress situation from becoming worse is:

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D: Be familiar with the signs and symptoms.

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A: Force the responder to talk about the situation.

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B: Ignore it.

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C: Ensure early use of proper medication.

Question 23

Remove a contact lense only if:

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D: There is a chemical burn to the eye.

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A: The eyeball is injured.

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B: Transport time is short.

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C: The casualty is wearing hard lenses.

Question 24

You discover a particle embedded in the casualty’s cornea. You should:

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A: Cover the eye and transport the casualty to medical help.

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B: Flush the eye with water for 10 minutes.

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C: Remove the particle with a moist corner of a facial tissue or clean cloth.

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D: Use a splinter forcep to remove the particle.

Question 25

Signs and symptoms of intense light burns to the eyes include:

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D: Gritty feeling in the eyes.

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A: Discolouration of the orbits.

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B: Bleeding from the conjunctiva.

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C: Lacerations to the globe.

Question 26

Eye injuries that include lacerations:

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C: Usually involve a great deal of bleeding.

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A: Iindicate possible skull fracture.

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B: Require moderate pressure on the eye to control bleeding.

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D: Should be covered with clean, moist dressings.

Question 27

Irrigate eyes with:

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C: Saline solution.

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A: Diluted vinegar.

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B: An appropriate chemical antidote.

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D: Sodium bicarbonate.

Question 28

Signs and symptoms of acute abdomen include:

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C: Distension with rebound tenderness.

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A: Excessive hunger or thirst.

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B: Hypertension and brachycardia.

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D: Fever with deep, shallow breathing.

Question 29

Signs that a hernia is serious include:

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C: Pain and tenderness at site.

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A: Pale, ashen skin colour at site.

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B: Hernia is above the diaphragm.

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D: Hernia can be pushed back into body.

Question 30

Which one of the following is not crucial in cases of abdominal distress:

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D: Establish the cause of the pain.

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A: Monitor the patient for signs of hypovolemic shock.

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B: Give oxygen by non-rebreather mask.

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C: Be prepared to deal with vomiting.

Medical First Aid (MFA) (Set 5)

Which one of the following changes in vital signs is characteristic of brain injury:

Questions in MFA Set 5

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