Injury Prevention
what should you do if someone is choking but can cough?
nothing, let them cough.
Why might an incision happen?
In surgery.
How long should you be icing for at a time?
10-20 minutes at a time.
What type of injury is a concussion?
A mild brain injury.
whats the color of the sky?
blue.
how should you check if someone is not breathing.
tap, listen and shout.
How many common skin injuries are there?
5. Laceration, Abrasion, puncture, Incision, and Contusion.
Sprain vs Strain
A sprain is in the ligaments while a strain is in the muscle.
When would a concussion occur?
From falling, sports, car accidents, assaults, or other direct head impacts.
whats 10 x 12
120
What is the difference between an unintentional injury and an accident?
Unintentional injuries are not accidents. They are predictable and preventable.
How do you slow/stop bleeding?
Applying pressure.
what are some good way to treat a sprain?
R.I.C.E. method ice, rest, compression, and elevation.
What are the causes of a concussion?
A blow to the head/any type of shaking that results in the brain moving within the skull.
How long has Mr. Stull been teaching at Cav?
2 Years.
How many factors are there to prevent unintential injurys?
4. Awareness, ability, state of mind, and environmental conditions.
How would you treat a contusion?
Apply some type of cold therapy to the area. Compress with bandage to prevent swelling.
What are the three grades of sprains and strains?
1: fibers are stretched, 2: Many fibers are torn, 3: all fibers torn
What are some of the symptoms of a severe concussion?
Fencing response and vomiting.
what color is math?
red.
what should you do first Incase of a first aid emergency?
check the scene for safety.
What do you wash a skin injury with?
Lukewarm water and soap.
is swelling good or bad
immediate swelling is good because it's starting to heal but late swelling is bad because the enzymes start to attack healthy tissue.
How long does it take to resolve a concussion?
It normally takes about 7-14 days with an average of 10 days.
what is the biggest whale?
The blue whale.