PCBA - Health and Safety - Quiz 2 - Holistic College Dublin

1. Question

What is first aid?

The definition of an injury
The first person at the scene of the accident
The arrival of a medically qualified person at the scene of the accident
The initial assistance given to a casualty before arrival of a medically qualified person

2. Question

Which of the following is the correct first aid procedure for a minor cut?

Wipe the wound and surrounding area with an alcohol wipe, elevate the injured part above the level of the heart and cover with a bandage
Place under running water or use an alcohol free wipe, pat dry with a gauze swab and cover the wound with sterile gauze. Elevate the injured part above the level of the heart, clean the surrounding area with soap and water, remove the wound covering and apply adhesive dressing
Place under running water, pat dry with a sterile swab, elevate the injured part above the level of the heart and leave to heal
Place a bowl of water, elevate the injured part above the level of the heart and dry the area with sterile gauze. Apply antiseptic cream and cover with an adhesive dressing

3. Question

Multi-purpose dry powder extinguishers should NOT be used on which type of fire?

Wood
Electrical
Fat pan
Paper

4. Question

What is the correct percentage of salt and water solution for a person suffering from heat exhaustion?

One tablespoon of salt per 1 litre of water
Two teaspoons of salt per 1 litre of water
One teaspoon of salt per 1 litre of water
Half a teaspoon of salt per 1 litre of water

5. Question

What is the correct first aid for an insect sting?

Use tweezers to remove the sting if visible. Raise the affected area and apply a warm compress. Advise the casualty to see their doctor if pain and swelling persist
Use tweezers to remove the sting if visible. Raise the affected area and apply a cold compress. Advise the casualty to see their doctor if pain and swelling persist
Brush or scrape the sting off sideways with your fingernail or the blunt edge of a knife. Raise the affected area and apply a hot compress. Advise the casualty to see their doctor if pain and swelling persist
Brush or scrape the sting off sideways with your fingernail or the blunt edge of a knife. Raise the affected area and apply an ice pack or cold compress. Advise the casualty to see their doctor if pain and swelling persist

6. Question

When would you use water to extinguish a fire?

On fat fires
On paper fires
On electrical fires
On liquid fires

7. Question

What is the correct first aid for a heart attack?

Place the client in a half-sitting position, with the client’s head and shoulders well supported and knees bent to ease strain on the heart. Dial the emergency services. If the client has medication for angina, help him/her to take it. Constantly monitor the client until help arrives
Lay the client down flat on his/her back. Dial the emergency services. If the client has medication for angina, help him/her to take it. Constantly monitor the client until help arrives
Lay the client down on his/her stomach. Dial the emergency services. If the client has medication for angina, help him/her to take it. Constantly monitor the client until help arrives
Sit the client in the upright position. Dial the emergency services. If the client has medication for angina, help him/her to take it. Constantly monitor the client until help arrives

8. Question

What is the purpose of an accident book?

To record an injury and the action taken and to document written evidence for any insurance claim
To keep record of up to date first aid procedures
To document written evidence of all negative feedback
To document written and photographic evidence of any unsafe areas in the salon/clinic and report to the manager

9. Question

When using electrical equipment, which of the following is NOT included in a basic safety check?

Check the wires are fully insulated
Check there are no trailing wires
Check there is no water in the immediate vicinity of the equipment
Check equipment firstly on the client and then on the therapist before the treatment commences

10. Question

What is the correct first aid for sunburn?

Cool the affected area in a cold bath for 5 minutes, give sips of water and apply antiseptic cream. If severe, obtain medical aid
Cover the casualty’s skin with light clothing, move into the shade and give sips of water. If severe, obtain medical aid
Cover the casualty’s skin with light clothing, move into the shade and cool the affected area by sponging or immersing in a cold bath for 10 minutes. Take frequent sips of cold water and apply calamine lotion or after sun products. If severe, obtain medical aid
Cover casualty with a blanket, place in the shade and cool the area with calamine lotion or after sun products. Place a light bandage over the area and give occasional sips of cold water. If severe, obtain medical aid

11. Question

What is fungi?

A chemical sterilising liquid
A simple vegetable life
A non-corrosive disinfectant
A simple virus

12. Question

What is the correct first aid for fainting?

Lie the client down, raise the legs and support the ankles on your shoulders
Lie the client down and ask him/her to bend their knees
Sit the client down putting the head between the knees
Pinch the bridge of the nose

13. Question

What is the correct first aid for a nose bleed?

Pinch the bridge of the nose for 10 minutes and ask the client to lean back. If bleeding does not stop call for medical assistance
Pinch the soft part of the nose for 10 minutes and ask the client to lean forward. If bleeding does not stop, continue pressure for two further periods of 10 minutes. If bleeding last for more than 30 minutes send casualty to hospital in the treatment position
Pinch the soft part of the nose for 5 minutes and ask the client to lean back. If bleeding does not stop, continue pressure for two further periods of 5 minutes. If bleeding lasts for more than 15 minutes send casualty to hospital in supine position
Pinch the tip of the nose for 10 minutes and ask the client to lean back. If bleeding does not stop call for medical assistance

14. Question

An example of a viral infection is:

Herpes simplex
Tinea Pedis
Tinea Corporis
Scabies

15. Question

What is the correct first aid for an epileptic fit?

Support casualty if falling, during convulsion put in recovery position, loosen clothing around neck
Make space and restrain casualty. Call emergency services if casualty is unconscious for more than 5 minutes
Support casualty if falling, make space, loosen clothing around neck and protect head. When convulsion has ceased, put in recovery position and stay with casualty until complete recovery. Call emergency services if casualty is unconscious for more than 10 minutes or has repeated fits
Support casualty if falling, make space and support head. Call emergency services if casualty is unconscious for more than 10 minutes

16. Question

A carbon dioxide extinguisher is best used for which of the following types of fire?

Plastics only
Wood only
Chip pan
Petrol

17. Question

Which of the following is NOT important when supervising an evacuation in the case of a fire alarm?

Organise people to move swiftly and quietly out of the building
Ensure belongings are left behind
Ensure belongings are taken
Ensure meeting point is made clear

18. Question

Which of the following information is NOT included when taking details to complete an accident book?

The date of the accident
The time of the accident
The action taken
The person’s date of birth

19. Question

What is the correct first aid for a migraine?

Help the client to take any medication they may have for a migraine attack. Advise him/her to lie down or sleep for a few hours in a quiet dark room. Provide a container and some towels in case of vomiting. If this is the first attack, advise them to see their doctor
Advise the client to sit in a quiet room for half an hour. Give him/her aspirin for the pain and towels and a container in case of vomiting. Call and ambulance
Help the client to take any medication you may have available in the salon/clinic. Advise them to go home immediately and rest for a few hours in a dark room. Advise them to see their doctor
Help the client to take any medication you may have available in the salon/clinic. Put he client in the recovery position. Place a cold compress on the back of their neck and call an ambulance

20. Question

What is the correct emergency first aid for a client with an asthma attack?

Lie the client down with raised legs and ask them to breathe slowly and deeply. If severe, call for an ambulance
Sit the client down leaning backwards slightly, encourage them to use their inhaler and call for an ambulance
Sit the client down leaning forward slightly, pinch the bridge of the nose whilst breathing deeply and encourage them to use their inhaler. If severe, call for an ambulance
Sit the client down leaning forward slightly and resting on a support. Encourage them to use their inhaler and to breathe slowly and deeply. If severe, call for an ambulance

21. Question

What is the correct first aid for an electrical burn?

Flood the injury with cold water at the entry point of the current only and place a clean fluffy material over the burn, dial for an ambulance
Flood the injury with hot water at the entry and exit point of the current, place non-fluffy material over the burn, call for an ambulance
Flood the injury with cold water at the entry and exit point of the current, place a clean non-fluffy material over the burn, call for an ambulance
Flood the injury with cold water, apply antiseptic cream and an adhesive dressing over the burn, call for an ambulance

22. Question

A water extinguisher should NOT be used on which type of fire?

Wood
Paper
Textiles
Burning liquids

23. Question

What is the content of a fire extinguisher with a cream label?

Carbon dioxide
Foam
Powder
Water

24. Question

How often should electrical equipment be tested by a qualified electrician?

At least once every six months
Only when it goes wrong
At least once a year
Only when it has not been used for a while

PCBA – Health and Safety – Quiz 2