SAMPLE ANSWERS

Assessing an Emergency

• What are the first three things you should check when assessing an emergency scene?
  • Check if the scene is safe, assess the victim’s condition (conscious or unconscious), and look for immediate dangers like fire or falling objects.
  • Ensure your safety first, see if anyone is in danger, and decide if you need to call for help immediately.
• Why is it important to ensure your safety before helping others?
  • If you get hurt, you can’t help anyone and may even create more problems for rescuers.
  • Staying safe ensures you can assist others without putting yourself at risk.
• Imagine you see a fire in a building. How would you assess if it’s safe to approach?
  • Look for signs of danger like heavy smoke, unstable structures, or nearby fire hazards.
  • Check if the fire department has arrived or if the fire is too large to handle without professional help.
• Have you ever witnessed or lived through an emergency? How did you react, and what do you wish you had done differently?
  • Yes, I once saw a car accident. I froze at first but then called for help. I wish I had stayed calmer.
  • I experienced flooding in my village. I helped my family pack and evacuate, but I realized we weren’t fully prepared.
• What do you think is the most important part of being prepared for an emergency?
  • Knowing what to do and having a plan so you can stay calm and act quickly.
  • Making sure everyone in your family knows the evacuation routes and meeting points.
• If you were to create a personal emergency plan, what are three things you would include?
  • A family meeting point, a list of emergency contacts, and a packed emergency kit.
  • Evacuation routes, a radio for updates, and a flashlight with extra batteries.
• How does staying calm in an emergency help both you and others?
  • It helps you think clearly and act quickly without panicking.
  • Staying calm reassures others and helps them stay focused too.
• Do you think it is useful to know about emergency preparedness? Why? Why not?
  • Yes, because emergencies can happen anytime, and being prepared can save lives.
  • Absolutely. It helps prevent panic and makes sure you’re ready to handle dangerous situations.
• If you had to teach someone else about emergency preparedness, what’s the first thing you’d tell them?
  • Always have an emergency kit and a plan for what to do if something happens.
  • Stay calm, think about safety first, and know who to call for help.

Recognizing Serious Health Risks

• What are the warning signs of dehydration, and how can you prevent it?
  • Signs include dry mouth, dizziness, and little or no urine. Prevent it by drinking plenty of water, especially in hot weather.
  • Fatigue, dry lips, and headaches are signs. You can prevent it by carrying water with you and drinking small amounts throughout the day.
• How would you identify if someone is having a heatstroke?
  • They may have red, dry skin, a high body temperature, confusion, or even faint.
  • Symptoms include no sweating, dizziness, and shallow breathing.
• Imagine you’re walking to school and see someone lying on the ground. What steps would you take to assess the situation?
  • Check if the scene is safe, call for help, and see if the person is conscious and breathing.
  • Look for hazards, try to talk to the person, and check their breathing or pulse.
• If a friend experiences an allergic reaction to food, what is the first thing you should do?
  • Call for help immediately and check if they have an EpiPen to use.
  • Make them sit upright, help them stay calm, and call emergency services if needed.
• Have you or someone you know ever had a health emergency? How was it handled, and what did you learn from it?
  • My brother once fainted during a sports match. We called for help and gave him water when he woke up. I learned to stay calm.
  • I had a friend who had an asthma attack. I stayed with them and helped call their parents.
• Imagine someone nearby collapses and stops breathing. What would you do until help arrives?
  • Call emergency services immediately and follow their instructions.
  • Check for a pulse, keep the person safe, and try to stay calm while help is on the way.
• Do you feel confident in your ability to assist in a life-threatening situation? Why or why not?
  • Yes, because I’ve learned about emergency preparedness and first aid.
  • I feel somewhat confident, but I think more practice or training would help me feel fully ready.