WFA Final Exam

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WFA Final Exam

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Which of the following describes a remote location? *

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Occupations in large cities

Mountain recreation

Residences in suburban areas

Motor vehicle crash on an urban freeway

Which of the following is a first aid competency? *

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Recognizing, assessing, and prioritizing the need for first aid

Providing advanced life support

Providing prescription medication

Diagnosing chronic illness

Good Samaritan laws can protect first aid providers from lawsuits under all of the following condition EXCEPT when: *

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you are acting with good intentions.

you are providing care without expectation of compensation.

you are acting within the scope of your training.

you are acting reckless and with gross negligence.

When sending ground messengers for outside help, how many people should be sent? *

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A minimum of five

At least two with a SOAP note

One messenger with a SOAP note

Sending ground messengers is not recommended when in a remote location.

Which of the following questions should be answered when checking the scene of an emergency in a remote location? *

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What is the relationship between the person and first aid provider?

What is the person’s appearance?

Are hazards present that could be dangerous to you?

What are the steps of primary check?

Which of the following is the correct sequence for a primary check of an AWAKE, ALERT, and RESPONSIVE person? *

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ABC

RAP-CAB

RAP-ABCDE

CAB

When should a first aid provider check for DOTS in an injured person? *

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When checking the scene

During the primary check

During the secondary check

When deciding whether to help or not

The normal heart rate for an average adult at rest is: *

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40 to 80 beats per minute.

60 to 100 beats per minute.

90 to 110 beats per minute.

100 to 140 beats per minute.

The average respiratory rate per minute of an adult is: *

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6 to 10 breaths per minute.

12 to 20 breaths per minute.

60 to 90 breaths per minute.

12 to 40 breaths per minute.

When checking skin color for circulation, blue skin indicates: *

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dilated blood vessels.

constricted blood vessels from blood loss.

liver disease or failure.

lack of oxygen in the blood from breathing or heart conditions.

The FIRST method used to control external bleeding should be: *

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direct pressure.

elevation.

pressure points.

tourniquet.

What should be done if a dressing becomes blood-soaked? *

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Replace the old dressing with a new one.

Apply another dressing on top of the old one.

Apply a pressure bandage over the dressing.

Apply greater pressure to the wound.

Which of the following first aid procedures is correct for an amputated part in a wilderness setting? *

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Rinse the part, wrap in dry sterile gauze, put in a plastic bag, keep cool, evacuate, and send part to the medical facility with the patient.

Rinse the part well, wrap it in newspaper, keep it warm, and take it to the medical facility with the patient.

Do not rinse the part, cool it, and take it to the medical facility with the patient.

Do not rinse the part, wrap it with gauze wetted with water, put in a plastic bag, cool it, evacuate, and take it to the hospital with you.

Which of the following wounds has the highest risk of infection? *

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Abrasion

Incision

Deep puncture

Closed fracture

The purpose of a dressing is to: *

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hold the bandage in place.

control bleeding and prevent infection.

reduce swelling.

provide support for a joint.

A cravat is a type of: *

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dressing.

improvised gauze.

bandage.

hemostatic gauze.

Blisters appear with __________ burns. *

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first-degree (superficial)

second-degree (partial thickness)

third-degree (full thickness)

chemical

Which of the following is the correct flushing method for chemical burns on the skin? *

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Delay flushing for 10 minutes, then flush with cool water for 20 minutes.

Flush immediately with warm water for 20 minutes.

Flush immediately with cool running water for at least 20 minutes.

Flush immediately with cool running water, but do not remove any clothing or jewelry.

Which of the following is INCORRECT for penetrating eye injuries? *

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Remove the object.

Cover both eyes.

Keep the person flat on his or her back.

Evacuate immediately.

What should be done if internal organs are protruding from the abdomen? *

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Cover the organs with a dry, clean towel and evacuate.

Have the person lie flat with legs outstretched and evacuate.

Have the person stay in a comfortable position, cover the organs with a moist, clean dressing, and evacuate.

Cover the organs with a moist, clean dressing; wait for medical help to arrive.

First aid for open fractures includes all of the following EXCEPT: *

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checking for life-threatening conditions.

gently removing clothing covering the injured body part.

checking for DOTS and CSM.

pushing on protruding bones to detect sensation.

When applying an arm sling, place the injured arm’s hand in a __________ position in the sling and above the level of the elbow. *

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palm-down

palm-up

thumb-up

thumb-down

What type of poisoning can occur with the following event? On a cold wet day, the hikers decided to cook lunch on their stove inside their tent. *

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Absorbed poison

Ingested poison

Inhaled poison

Injected poison

Ninety-eight percent (98%) of snakebites are on the: *

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extremities (hands, feet).

abdomen.

thigh.

face.

Hot skin AND altered mental status are indications of: *

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heat exhaustion.

hypothermia.

shock.

heat stroke.

Which are characteristics of superficial frostbite? *

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Affected part feels cold, hard and solid.

Affected part appears white, waxy, or gray-yellow in color.

Affected part is itching.

Affected part has tingling pain.

Which of the following is the most important treatment for all types of high-altitude illness? *

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Prescribed medication

Supplemental oxygen

Warm water

Descent

A stroke occurs when: *

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the heart muscle does not get as much blood as it needs.

the blood supply to the heart muscle is severely reduced or stopped.

blood vessels to the brain rupture or become plugged.

the brain’s cells receive abnormal stimulation.

Which of the following are signs that a person is having a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)? *

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Shortness of breath, flushed skin or swollen face, and tightness or swelling in the throat

Severe chest pain

Muscle fatigue or muscle weakness

White, waxy, or yellowing skin

Select the correct order for performing a water rescue from the following. *

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Go, Reach, Throw, Row

Stop, Assess, Check, Verify

Row, PFD, Reach

Reach, Throw, Row, Go

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