Wounds and Bleeding: Types, Control, and Care - CPR and First Aid

Question 1

Which type of bandage is used to provide support and secure dressings?

Accepted Answer

Ace bandage

Answer

Roller bandage

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Triangular bandage

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Conforming bandage

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of a wound infection?

Accepted Answer

Normal body temperature

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Redness and swelling

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Increased pain at the wound site

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Pus or discharge from the wound

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT considered a hemostatic agent?

Accepted Answer

Adhesive bandage

Answer

Gelatin sponge

Answer

Tourniquet

Answer

Calcium alginate dressing

Question 4

Which type of wound is considered the most severe and requires immediate medical attention?

Accepted Answer

Avulsion

Answer

Abrasion

Answer

Laceration

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Puncture

Question 5

In the initial management of bleeding, which action should be taken as the first step to control the blood loss?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure to the wound

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Elevate the injured area

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Use a tourniquet

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Clean and disinfect the wound

Question 6

What is the primary reason for cleaning a wound?

Accepted Answer

To remove debris and prevent infection

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To stop the bleeding

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To reduce pain

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To promote healing

Question 7

What is the key difference between an abrasion and a laceration?

Accepted Answer

Abrasions are superficial wounds, while lacerations are deeper cuts that may require stitches.

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Lacerations are superficial wounds, while abrasions are deeper cuts that may require stitches.

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Abrasions and lacerations are both types of puncture wounds.

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Abrasions and lacerations are both types of avulsions.

Question 8

When is it appropriate to apply a tourniquet to control bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Only as a last resort when direct pressure and elevation fail to control severe bleeding

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When the wound is a minor cut

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When the wound is a severe burn

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When the wound is infected

Question 9

What is the recommended course of action if a person sustains a puncture wound from a contaminated object?

Accepted Answer

Clean the wound thoroughly and seek medical attention promptly

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Apply a bandage and wait for the wound to heal

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Ignore the wound, as it will likely heal without intervention

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Apply antibiotic cream to the wound

Question 10

Which of the following is a characteristic of an infected wound?

Accepted Answer

Presence of pus or foul odor

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Absence of redness and swelling

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Minimal pain

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Rapid healing

Question 11

Which type of dressing is recommended for a deep laceration requiring closure?

Accepted Answer

Butterfly bandage

Answer

Gauze pad

Answer

Adhesive bandage

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Elastic bandage

Question 12

What is the primary distinction between a first-degree burn and a second-degree burn?

Accepted Answer

Depth of skin layers affected

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Presence of blisters

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Intensity of pain

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Need for medical attention

Question 13

Which type of wound typically involves a deep puncture and minimal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Puncture wound

Answer

Laceration

Answer

Abrasion

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Avulsion

Question 14

When a sharp object pierces the skin, what type of wound is created?

Accepted Answer

Puncture

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Laceration

Answer

Abrasion

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Contusion

Question 15

According to recommended wound care protocols, how often should a wound dressing be changed?

Accepted Answer

As needed, based on the wound's condition

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Every 12 hours without exception

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Every 24 hours without exception

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Every 48 hours without exception

Question 16

Identify the primary cause of bleeding in a wound.

Accepted Answer

Loss of skin integrity, allowing blood to escape from damaged vessels

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Inflammation, leading to increased blood flow and vessel dilation

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Infection, causing tissue damage and blood vessel erosion

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Bruising, resulting in the accumulation of blood beneath the skin

Question 17

What is the most important initial step in controlling severe bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure to the wound.

Answer

Elevate the injured limb.

Answer

Immobilize the injured area.

Answer

Clean the wound.

Question 18

Which type of wound is characterized by a deep, narrow puncture, often caused by a sharp object?

Accepted Answer

Puncture wound

Answer

Contusion

Answer

Abrasion

Answer

Laceration

Question 19

What is the primary reason for irrigating a wound?

Accepted Answer

To remove debris and reduce the risk of infection.

Answer

To assess wound depth.

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To promote healing.

Answer

To stop bleeding.

Question 20

Why is it important to use a sterile dressing when caring for a wound?

Accepted Answer

To prevent infection.

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To promote healing.

Answer

To stop bleeding.

Question 21

Under what circumstance is wound closure with sutures typically recommended?

Accepted Answer

When the wound is deep and gaping.

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When the wound is superficial.

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When the wound is bleeding heavily.

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When the wound is infected.

Question 22

Which of the following is a potential consequence of delayed wound healing?

Accepted Answer

Infection.

Answer

Bleeding.

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Pain.

Answer

Bruising.

Question 23

In which situation is using a tourniquet contraindicated?

Accepted Answer

Amputation.

Answer

Severe bleeding.

Answer

Burns.

Answer

Open fracture.