First Aid Kit
What do we use for a splinter?
Tweezers
What is the buddy system?
Making Sure No One is Alone and A way to Keep Safe.
What is the first step of first aid?
Check if it’s safe
How do you treat Simple Cuts And Scrapes? (Hint:3 Steps)
Wash Cuts and Scrapes. Apply Antibiotic Ointment and Cover with a Dry, Sterile Adhesive Bandage
How Do You Treat An Object In The Eye?
Blink you Eyes Rapidly or Flush it Out With Clean Water.
Is there only one way to make a first aid kit?
No, there are different sizes and ways to make a first aid kit. It’s important to at least have the basic bandages and tools.
What is a stretcher?
A good way to transport injured people who cannot move themselves.
Why is it important to check the area before acting?
Because there may be something dangerous
How Do You Treat Insect Stings?
Apply a Wet Cloth with Cold Water or Ice, Also Remove the Stinger (if it left it).
How do you treat choking?
Stand behind the victim and grab right below their ribcage. Perform five abdominal thrusts.
What do we use to cover our hands before touching a wound?
Gloves
What should you do when hiking next to a road?
Stay in single file, walk on left side, face traffic, be visible with bright clothing, use a flashlight.
Who do you call in an emergency?
An adult and 911
How Do You Treat Minor Burns?
Hold the Injured Area Under cool (not cold or hot) Water, Until there is Little or No Pain.
How do you treat someone who has come in contact with a poisonous plant such as poison ivy or poison oak?
Alert an adult. Begin first aid by washing the area immediately with rubbing alcohol or degreasing soap (such as dishwashing liquid) and plenty of water. Afterwards you can apply cream to help relieve itching.
What are 5 things in a first aid kit?
Bandaids
Gauze
Scissors
Tape
Gloves
Cream
Alcohol Wipes
What are some hazards or injuries that you might encounter on a hike and what can you do to prevent them?
Weather, trail conditions, slips and falls, broken bones, snakes, ets...
Plan ahead and prepare, wear proper shoes and have a first aid kit, treat for injuries.
What is the 8 step first aid method?
1) check the scene 2) call for help
3) approach safely 4) provide urgent treatment
5) prevent further injury 6) treat for shock
7) make a thorough examination
8) plan a course of action
How Do You Treat Tick Bites?
Pull it Off with Tweezers, Don't Squish it.
How Do You Treat A Puncture Wound?
Flush the wound with clean water. Control bleeding and get victim to medical assistance as soon as possible.
Where should first aid kits be?
Home, school, hiking bag, car, more
What are the principles of Leave No Trace?
1) Plan Ahead and Prepare
2) Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3) Dispose of Waste Properly
4) Leave What You Find
5) Minimize Campfire Impact
6) Respect Wildlife
7) Be Considerate of Other Visitors
What do you do when adults arrive?
Let them take charge and help
How Do You Treat Nosebleed?
Pinch the Nose, Lower your Head Forward, Put a Tissue or Piece of Cloth on the Nose to Stop the Bleeding.
How do you treat heatstroke?
Move the victim to a shady area and loosen clothing. Give the victim SMALL amounts of water. Call medical help immediately.