BASIC EXAM PAPER

FIRST AID
PAPER C
Answer sheet

 Attempt all questions. Each question contains 2 marks.

 Kindly put your signature on correct answer of both objective and subjective question.
 Kindly sign the last page of your questionnaire where it is asked for candidate’s signature
 Numbers will be deducted if candidate fails to follow procedure.
 No grace marks will be given to any candidate.
 Time: 30 min Total Marks: 50

1. “As per the requirement of PCAA, a ___________________ to be uplifted on board; such kits are used to clean
up the potentially infectious body contents such as urine, blood, vomits and feces.

a. FAK
b. UPK
c. DMK

2. “Check scene safety primarily ensure personnel safety, remove the danger from the casualty if not possible
remove casualty from danger” is first part of CPR

3. Define following level of unconsciousness.

Level of unconsciousness Appearance

Conscious Awake, orientated
Drowsy, confused responds to speech and
Semi-conscious
non-painful simulation
Deep sleep, responds to painful stimulation
Unconscious
only. Breathing present and pulse present

4. Write down the names of two methods of clearing/opening airway for traumatized and non- traumatized
unconscious casualty.
Head Tilt/ Chin Lift non traumatized

Jaw Thrust traumatized

5. Write down the causes of Cardiac Arrest.

As a result of heart attack, abnormal electrical activity,
underlying heart disease.

6. Explain choking and give its types.

Definition:
Total partial blockage of airway caused by a foreign object, e.g. food, peanuts, small toys etc. The airway passage
could be completely or partially blocked.

Types of Choking
a) Mild airway blockage

b) Severe airway blockage

7. Write down the treatment of cardiac arrest.

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Determine unconsciousness, start CPR.

8. “Place a 'T' mark on person's forehead (note time of application) Release every 10 min for few seconds” is a
general rule for applying ________________bandage.

a. Roller bandage
b. Triangular bandage
c. Tourniquet bandage.

9. Complete following.
a) Recovery Position
PREVENT WORSENING
b) Support fractures

c) Cool burns

d) Combat shock

10. Write down the number of cabin crew involved in Cabin crew response procedure when dealing with medical
emergency and explain the duty of any 1 of them.
Cabin Crew Response Procedure (Three Rescuer Procedure)

Rescuer 1. The first crew who sees the passenger/crew requiring First Aid treatment shall administer First Aid
Treatment immediately.

Rescuer 2. Assist the first rescuer and obtain required necessary equipment. (Oxygen bottle, First Aid Kit and
Doctors Medical Kit). Make PA for professional help/ (Doctor/Paramedic/Nurse)

Rescuer 3.The nearby crew shall respond by:

 Immediately Inform LCC/Captain and keep Captain informed of situation.
 Ask assistance of other crewmembers if required.
 Remain in area to assist crew administering First Aid.
 Control panic by remaining calm
 Document the incident in Flight Service Log.

11. Write down the miscellaneous items present in Doctor’s Medical Kit. (any 2)

Gloves

Cotton roll 100gms

Surgical Tape

Alcohol Pad

Cord Clamp

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Tongue depressor

Xylocain Gel

Foleys catheter with urine bad

I/V Set

Venous tourniquet

Surgical Mask

12. ________________is a wound that is produced by the tearing of soft body tissue. This type of wound is often
irregular and jagged.

a. Abrasion
b. Laceration
c. Puncture

13. “An injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is cut or
broken.” Is the definition of ___________

a. Closed wound
b. Open wound
c. Contusion.

14. Write down the names of two kinds of pressure which you can apply to the wound and explain direct
pressure.
DIRECT PRESSURE:
Direct pressure
a) Directly onto the wound. Apply direct pressure using sterile gauze pads.

Indirect pressure

15. Write down the signs and symptoms of internal bleeding (any 2)’
Signs and Symptoms
a) Feeling of dizziness

b) Cold, clammy skin.

c) A rapid, weak pulse.

d) Pain, rapid and shallow breathing.

e) Thirst.

f) Confusion.

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g) Restlessness.

h) Possible collapse.

Low blood pressure

16. “Seat passenger up right and tilt head slightly forward to prevent swallowing of blood., Pinch nostrils firmly
until bleeding stops (approximately 10 minutes)., After the bleeding has stopped, instruct the passenger to
breathe through mouth, not to blow his nose and to spit out any blood”. Is the procedure of

a. Nose bleeding

b. Fracture

c. Mouth bleeding

17. Person may give a peculiar cry & become stiff , Eyes may roll upwards, Face flushed happens in the
_______________ stage of epilepsy.

a. 1st
b. 2nd
c. 3rd

18. Write down the Sign and symptoms of Stroke. (any 2)

a) Headache

b) Flushed face

c) Strong pulse

d) Weakness /paralysis down one side of the body

e) Disorientated/weepy

f) Slurred/absence of speech

g) Possible loss of bladder /bowel movement

h) Possible unconsciousness

19. Write down the treatment of compression. (any 2)

a) Treat as stroke.

20. Give 3 causes of hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

a) Administering insulin injection and not eating

b) Taking too much insulin

c) Missing a meal

21. 3rd stage of delivery is: PLACENTA

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22. Write down signs and symptoms of food poisoning. (any 2)

a) Nausea / vomiting (sometimes severe)
b) Diarrhea
c) Headache
d) Cramps, chills and fever

23. Write down the treatment of appendicitis. (any 2)

a) Give nothing by mouth and no medicine

b) Let passenger take the most comfortable position

c) Keep Warm

d) Case for Diversion at captain’s discretion

24. After assessing the casualty whose heart has suddenly stopped, demonstrate the procedure you can apply
on such casualty.

25. Demonstrate and name the procedure of dislodging item from the airway of a conscious infant.

Name

S. No
DCCC NAME/SIGNATURE
Date
MARKS OBTAINED

STUDENT’S SIGNATURE

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