Maritime First Aid Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of first aid procedures and best practices in maritime environments.
Which of the following is the most important first step when you encounter an unconscious person on a vessel?
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Check for danger to yourself and others
Begin chest compressions immediately
Call for help
Move the person to a different location
Select all items that should be included in a standard maritime first aid kit.
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Adhesive bandages
Saline solution
Emergency blanket
Fishing hooks
Antiseptic wipes
Tourniquet
Sunscreen
How confident are you in performing CPR in a maritime emergency?
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Not confident
1
2
3
4
Very confident
5
1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
If a crew member is suffering from suspected hypothermia, which actions should you take? (Select all that apply)
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Remove any wet clothing
Gradually warm the person
Offer hot coffee immediately
Monitor breathing and pulse
Rub the skin vigorously
Insulate the person from the cold surface
A passenger has a deep cut with heavy bleeding. What is the correct order of steps you should follow?
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Rows
First
Second
Third
Fourth
Action order
Apply direct pressure
Clean the wound
Elevate the limb
Secure with bandage
Apply direct pressure
Clean the wound
Elevate the limb
Secure with bandage
Apply direct pressure
Clean the wound
Elevate the limb
Secure with bandage
Apply direct pressure
Clean the wound
Elevate the limb
Secure with bandage
Which radio channel is internationally recognized for maritime distress calls?
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Channel 16 VHF
Channel 06 VHF
Channel 09 VHF
Channel 22A VHF
Which symptoms may indicate a person is experiencing shock? (Select all that apply)
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Pale, clammy skin
Rapid pulse
High fever
Shallow breathing
Confusion
Severe headache
Select the correct statement about treating burns at sea.
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Cool the burn with clean, running water for at least 10 minutes
Apply ice directly to the burn
Burst any blisters that form
Cover the burn with fluffy cotton
How likely are you to recommend maritime first aid training to your crew?
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Not likely
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2
3
4
Extremely likely
5
1 is Not likely, 5 is Extremely likely
Which of the following are appropriate steps if someone is choking and cannot cough, speak, or breathe? (Select all that apply)
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Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Slap the person forcefully on the back between the shoulder blades
Give the person water to drink
Call for emergency assistance
Encourage the person to keep coughing
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