Cover of the textbook Spark 4 - Student's Book

The key answer of exercise 2

The key to exercise solutions in chapter 4f - Across the Curriculum for the textbook Spark 4 - Student's Book with authors Virginia Evans, Jenny Dooley from Express Publishing

Question

Read the text again and answer the questions.

  1. What is first aid?
  2. What principle is it based on?
  3. What should you first do if you see an unconscious person?
  4. How can the recovery position help a victim?

Answer

  1. First aid is immediate simple medical care given to a victim before professional medical treatment can be given.
  2. It is based on the principle of three P's: prevent further injury, preserve life and promote recovery.
  3. Your priority is to call for the emergency services.
  4. The recovery position keeps the victim's airways open and prevents them from choking while waiting for medical help.