🔍 Key Concepts

• First aid is the immediate care given before professional medical help is available • It is done at the scene of the accident or illness, using whatever equipment is on hand • It focuses on preserving life, preventing the condition from worsening, and promoting recovery

💭 Think About

• Which choice best describes care that is given right away, on the spot, before a doctor or hospital is involved? • Which options describe things that usually require professional medical training or facilities, rather than basic immediate care? • Think about what a crewmember with basic training would realistically do immediately after an injury on board.

✅ Before You Answer

• Make sure the option you pick clearly involves immediate, temporary care rather than long-term or specialized treatment • Eliminate any choices that sound like advanced medical procedures or decisions normally made by licensed medical professionals • Confirm that the choice fits the idea of helping the injured person before transportation or advanced care is available