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First Aid Priorities
In an emergency, the order in which things are done matters as much as the things themselves: safety first, then calling for help, then the interventions that keep oxygen and blood moving. This quiz tests the priorities taught in standard first-aid courses — scene safety, what to do for someone who is not breathing, controlling severe bleeding, the recovery position, and the FAST check for stroke. Reading about first aid is no substitute for a hands-on course, but knowing the sequence before you need it genuinely helps.
✓ Medically reviewed by Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, MD, PhD — physician-scientist · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works: five questions, one best answer each. Tap an answer and you will see straight away whether it is right, with a short explanation of the reasoning. Your score builds as you go — there is no timer and no account needed.
Question 1 of 5
You arrive at the scene of an accident. What is the very first priority?
Every first-aid system starts with danger: if the scene is not safe — traffic, fire, electricity, water — you cannot help and may become a second casualty. Check safety first, then assess the casualties and call for help.
Question 2 of 5
An adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling (or sending someone to call) the emergency number, the priority is to…
For an unresponsive adult who is not breathing normally, guidelines prioritise calling the emergency services and starting chest compressions promptly; an AED (defibrillator) should be brought and used if one is available. Even hands-only CPR is far better than no CPR.
Question 3 of 5
Someone has a badly bleeding wound on the arm. The most important immediate action is to…
Firm, direct pressure on the bleeding point is the cornerstone of bleeding control and can be life-saving. Maintaining pressure — and getting emergency help for severe bleeding — matters more in the moment than cleaning the wound, which comes later.
Question 4 of 5
The recovery position is used for a casualty who is…
Rolling an unconscious but normally breathing person onto their side keeps the airway open and lets fluid drain from the mouth, reducing the risk of choking, while you wait for help and keep checking their breathing. Someone who is not breathing needs CPR instead.
Question 5 of 5
The FAST check helps people recognise a stroke. The letters stand for…
FAST stands for Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech problems, and Time to call the emergency services. It captures the commonest sudden stroke signs — and the time element matters because stroke treatments are highly time-sensitive.
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Do I need training before I can help in an emergency?
No — calling the emergency number, applying firm pressure to bleeding, and starting chest compressions are all things an untrained bystander can do, and emergency call handlers will talk you through them. A hands-on first aid course builds confidence and technique, and is well worth taking, but lack of training should not stop you acting.
Should I move someone after an accident?
Generally, move a casualty only if they are in immediate danger (for example from fire or traffic) or if you need to in order to give life-saving care such as CPR. Unnecessary movement can worsen injuries, particularly to the spine. If you are unsure, keep them still and warm, and let the emergency services direct you.
These quizzes are for learning only. They are not medical advice, cannot diagnose anything, and do not replace assessment by a qualified clinician. If you have symptoms now — especially chest pain, severe abdominal pain, or sudden weakness or speech problems — seek urgent medical care.