How Well Do You Know Your First Aid? Take Our Quiz and Find Out!

Whether you are a seasoned first aider or a complete beginner, it is always worth testing your first aid knowledge. You never know when you might need it, and knowing what to do in an emergency could make the difference between life and death. Take our quiz below and see how you get on – answers are revealed at the bottom!

Question 1: Which of the following is a sign of a heart attack?

A) Pain or discomfort in the chest

B) Pain radiating to the arm or jaw

C) Shortness of breath and nausea

D) All of the above

Question 2: This casualty is being treated for shock. Is this the correct treatment?

(Image: A person lying down covered in a blanket with their feet elevated)

A) Yes, this is correct

B) No, they should be sitting upright

C) No, they should be standing and walking around

D) No, they should have their head elevated instead

Question 3: If someone is having a seizure, should you hold them down to stop them from moving?

True or False?

Question 4: What does the “D” stand for in the primary survey acronym DR ABC?

A) Defibrillator

B) Danger

C) Diagnosis

D) Direction

Question 5: How deep should your chest compressions be when performing CPR on an adult?

A) 2–3cm

B) 4–5cm

C) 5–6cm

D) 7–8cm

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THE ANSWERS

Question 1: D) All of the above ✅ A heart attack can present itself in many different ways and symptoms can vary from person to person. The most common signs include chest pain or discomfort, pain radiating to the arm, jaw or neck, shortness of breath, nausea and sweating. If you suspect someone is having a heart attack, call 999 immediately and encourage them to rest in a comfortable position while you wait for help to arrive.

Question 2: A) Yes, this is correct ✅ When treating someone for shock, you should lay them down on a flat surface and carefully elevate their legs, keeping their head low. Cover them with a blanket or coat to keep them warm and call 999. You should never give them anything to eat or drink, and avoid moving them unnecessarily.

Question 3: False ✅ You should never hold someone down during a seizure as this could cause injury to both them and yourself. Instead, clear the area around them of anything that could cause harm, cushion their head with something soft, and time how long the seizure lasts.

Question 4: B) Danger ✅ DR ABC stands for Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing and Circulation. The very first step when approaching any emergency situation is to check for danger to make sure the scene is safe for both you and the casualty before you do anything else.

Question 5: C) 5–6cm ✅ When performing CPR on an adult, chest compressions should be 5–6cm deep and delivered at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute.