First Aid for Children: Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Question 1

For an unconscious child, which recovery position is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Lateral recovery position

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Head-tilt, chin-lift position

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Semi-Fowler's position

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Trendelenburg position

Question 2

When providing initial first aid to a child with a burn, what should be the first step?

Accepted Answer

Cool the burn with cold water

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Remove clothing around the burn area

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Cover the burn with a dressing

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Administer pain medication

Question 3

If a child has swallowed a poisonous substance, the best course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Contact the National Poisons Information Service

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Induce vomiting immediately

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Give the child plenty of water

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Monitor the child until symptoms develop

Question 4

When treating a nosebleed in a child, which position is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Pinching the nostrils shut

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Tilting the head forward

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Tilting the head back

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Laying the child flat

Question 5

Which is NOT a common cause of seizures in children?

Accepted Answer

Asthma

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Fever

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Epilepsy

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Ingestion of toxins

Question 6

After a child has sustained a head injury, the recommended duration for monitoring is:

Accepted Answer

72 hours

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30 minutes

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1 hour

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24 hours

Question 7

What is the most appropriate initial action to take for a child with a minor cut?

Accepted Answer

Clean the wound with antiseptic

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Apply a sterile bandage

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Elevate the wound

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Apply ice to reduce swelling

Question 8

What is the recommended first aid response to a child who is choking on a foreign object?

Accepted Answer

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

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Give the child water to drink

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Call for emergency medical help

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Try to dislodge the object with your fingers

Question 9

In pediatric wound care, which factor distinguishes it from adult wound management?

Accepted Answer

Increased infection risk due to an immature immune system

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Thicker skin requiring more vigorous cleaning

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Lower pain tolerance necessitating stronger painkillers

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a key principle in providing first aid to children?

Accepted Answer

Treat the child as an adult.

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Obtain consent from the child's parent or guardian, if possible.

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Reassure the child and provide comfort.

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Call for emergency medical services promptly if needed.

Question 11

When managing a nosebleed in a child, it is essential to:

Accepted Answer

Pinch the child's nose just below the nostrils for 10-15 minutes.

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Tilt the child's head back to stop the bleeding.

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Pack the child's nose with cotton balls or tissues.

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Apply a cold compress to the child's nose.

Question 12

In the event of a child swallowing a poisonous substance, you should:

Accepted Answer

Contact the National Poisons Information Service immediately.

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Induce vomiting.

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Give the child milk or water to drink.

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Wait for further instructions from a healthcare professional.

Question 13

When treating a burn on a child, which action should be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Applying ice directly to the burn

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Removing any jewelry or clothing near the burn

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Keeping the child warm

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Covering the burn with a clean bandage

Question 14

What is the recommended recovery position for a child who is unconscious?

Accepted Answer

On their side with their airway open

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On their back with their head elevated

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Lying face down

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Sitting upright with their head forward

Question 15

When assessing a child's possible fracture, which action is most important to avoid?

Accepted Answer

Moving the injured limb excessively

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Applying a splint

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Immobilizing the injured limb

Question 16

When providing first aid to a child experiencing seizures, the priority should be to:

Accepted Answer

Create a safe environment and observe the seizure

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Call for emergency services immediately

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Restrain the child to prevent injury

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Administer medication to stop the seizure

Question 17

In the primary survey when assessing a child for first aid, which step should be done first?

Accepted Answer

Check for responsiveness and breathing

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Check for abdominal pain

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Check for bleeding

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Check for head injuries

Question 18

For a child with a burn injury, the recommended temperature for a bath is:

Accepted Answer

Lukewarm (90-100°F)

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Cold (60-70°F)

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Very cold (50-60°F)

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Hot (110-120°F)

Question 19

When bandaging a wound on a child, it is important to:

Accepted Answer

Use sterile gauze and secure it firmly

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Cover the wound completely with tape

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Leave the wound open to air

Question 20

A potential complication of a head injury in children is:

Accepted Answer

Increased intracranial pressure

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Heart failure

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Pneumonia

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Kidney failure

Question 21

If you suspect a fracture in a child, you should:

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the injured area and seek medical attention

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Try to manipulate the bone back into place

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Give the child pain medication

Question 22

A potential sign of dehydration in children is:

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth and decreased urine output

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Headache

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Increased body temperature

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Rapid breathing

Question 23

When calling for emergency medical services for a child, it is essential to provide:

Accepted Answer

The child's age, symptoms, and location

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The child's full name and address

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The caller's name and relationship to the child

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The child's parents' contact information

Question 24

When administering medication to children, a key consideration is:

Accepted Answer

Dose calculation based on weight or age

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Taste and color of the medication

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Brand preference of the medication

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Type of medication based on symptoms

Question 25

When assessing a child's breathing, what is the recommended duration of observation?

Accepted Answer

10 seconds

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20 seconds

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15 seconds

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5 seconds

Question 26

Which of the following is a fundamental principle when providing first aid to children?

Accepted Answer

Employ age-appropriate techniques and equipment.

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Handle them exactly like adults.

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Always seek medical attention without delay.

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Restrain them to prevent further injury.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of dehydration in children?

Accepted Answer

Increased frequency of urination

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Lethargy and weakness

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Sunken eyes

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Dry mouth and lips

Question 28

When applying a bandage to a child's wound, it is crucial to:

Accepted Answer

Cover the wound thoroughly but avoid restricting blood flow.

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Leave it loose to allow ventilation.

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Apply it tightly to minimize bleeding.

Question 29

When dealing with a child experiencing a seizure, the primary objective is to:

Accepted Answer

Safeguard them from harm and minimize the duration of the seizure.

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Administer medication immediately.

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Restrain them to prevent movement.

Question 30

Which of the following is a recommended first aid measure for a child with a suspected broken bone?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the affected limb and apply a cold compress.

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Administer pain medication.

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Leave the limb undisturbed and seek medical attention.

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Attempt to realign the bone.

Question 31

When assessing a child's airway, the 'head tilt, chin lift' maneuver is employed to:

Accepted Answer

Open the airway and prevent aspiration.

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Control bleeding.

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Stabilize the head.

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Check for breathing.

Question 32

Which of the following is an essential consideration when communicating with a child during first aid?

Accepted Answer

Use age-appropriate language and avoid overwhelming them with excessive information.

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Focus exclusively on their injuries.

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Speak loudly and firmly.

Question 33

What is the correct sequence of actions for providing CPR to a child?

Accepted Answer

Check for response, call for help, start chest compressions and breaths if no response

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Call for help, check for response, start chest compressions and breaths

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Start chest compressions, check for response, call for help

Question 34

When should you consider using an automated external defibrillator (AED) on a child?

Accepted Answer

When the child is unresponsive, not breathing normally, and has no pulse

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When the child is awake and alert but has a rapid pulse

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When the child is breathing normally but has a weak pulse

Question 35

What type of airway obstruction is most common in children?

Accepted Answer

Foreign body aspiration

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Traumatic airway injury

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Bronchospasm

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Laryngeal edema

Question 36

What is the recommended first aid treatment for a child with a nosebleed?

Accepted Answer

Pinch the child's nose and tilt their head back slightly

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Give the child a glass of water to swallow

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Tilt the child's head back and apply a cold compress to their forehead

Question 37

What is the most serious complication that can arise from a head injury in a child?

Accepted Answer

Brain injury

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Concussion

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Skull fracture

Question 38

When should you suspect a child has a broken bone?

Accepted Answer

When the child has pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, or difficulty moving the injured area

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When the child can't move the injured area

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When the child has a fever

Question 39

What is the first step in treating a child with a deep cut?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding

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Elevate the injured area

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Apply a bandage to the wound

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Clean the wound with soap and water

Question 40

What is the recommended first aid action for a child who has ingested a poisonous substance?

Accepted Answer

Call the emergency services immediately and do not induce vomiting

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Induce vomiting and then call the emergency services

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Give the child plenty of fluids and wait for the poison to pass