Safety
What does the acronym RACE stand for in fire safety?
Rescue, Activate alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate
Who discovered the circulation of blood?
William Harvey
What is the scientific theory that microorganisms cause disease called?
Germ theory
What does the RICE method stand for when treating a sprain? (list all four)
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
What is the normal average body temperature?
98.6
Which class of fire extinguisher is used for cooking fires involving oils and fats?
What is "K"
Who is known as the "Father of Modern Surgery" for using ligatures and improving artificial limbs?
Ambroise Paré
Name one of the six links in the Chain of Infection that is NOT "infectious agent."
(Any one) reservoir; portal of exit; mode of transmission; portal of entry; susceptible host
If severe bleeding soaks through the initial dressing, what should you do next to control bleeding?
Add more material on top and maintain pressure (apply additional dressings and continuous pressure)
Pulse (heart rate) measurement assesses what two aspects of cardiac function?
Rate and Rhythm
What must employers provide according to OSHA regarding exposure and vaccines for employees?
Provide written exposure protocols and PPE; offer Hep B vaccine to exposed employees
Which scientist developed the smallpox vaccine?
Edward Jenner
What percent alcohol must hand sanitizer contain to be considered effective? (number only)
60
For first‑degree burns, how many minutes should you cool the burn with cool running water? (provide two numbers: minimum and maximum)
10-15 minutes
To convert pounds to kilograms, you divide pounds by what number? (provide the number)
2.2
When creating a sterile field, anything below what body part is considered contaminated?
What is the Waist
Who discovered penicillin?
Alexander Fleming
Transmission by contaminated objects (like doorknobs) is known as what type of transmission?
Indirect transmission
The CHECK acronym for first aid includes Check the scene, Help if safe, Evaluate, Call what? (complete the last word)
911
Which vital sign listed is NOT typically included among the five main vital signs: Temperature, Respiration rate, Blood pressure, or Blood glucose?
Blood Glucose
Which respirator type must form a tight seal and requires fit testing for airborne precautions?
What is N95
Who discovered the ABO blood groups?
Karl Landsteiner
Particles that travel about 3 feet when expelled and typically fall to surfaces are called what?
Droplets
What is the last step in the RACE fire response that involves actively stopping or leaving the hazard area?
Extinguish/Evacuate
What is the approximate normal adult temperature in Celsius listed in the study guide?
37.0