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1.	In the case of snakebite, you should:
		Immobilise the affected limb
		Make a small cut over the bite site and suck out the venom
		Tie a bandage tightly on the side of the bite site closest to the heart
2.	If you have a nosebleed, it's best to:
		Sit leaning forward
		Sit with the head tilted back
		Place a cool object like a key on the back of the neck
3.	If a child has a fever you should not
		Sponge her skin with luke-warm water
		Encourage fluid intake
		Give her aspirin
4.	In which circumstance would you not encourage someone to lie down?
		If you thought they were suffering from heat stroke
		If you thought they were about to have a seizure
		If you thought they were having a heart attack
5.	If someone is having a convulsive seizure you should:
		Gently but firmly hold the shoulders
		Move objects out of their way and stand back
		Place a soft cloth between the teeth
6.	Which of the following is appropriate to give a conscious person suffering from hypothermia?
		A few sips of brandy
		Sweets
		Hot coffee
7.	Which of the following is not appropriate treatment for shock?
		Covering the patient with a blanket
		Encouraging him to drink fluids
		Elevating the legs
8.	Which of these is not a good number to call in an emergency?
		10177
		082 911
		911 911
9.	Which would be the worst choice to put on a jellyfish sting?
		Fresh water
		Urine
		Vinegar
10.	Which of the following statements about CPR is true?
		If you don't know how to perform CPR, it's OK to try pumping the patient's chest
		The CPR ratio of breaths:chest compressions is 15:2
		The CPR ration of breaths:chest compressions is 30:1

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