FIRST AID
What is the number you call if you need an ambulance?
000
Identify ONE water environment that you may be exposed to.
Beach, Ocean, River, Dam, Lake, Shower, Pool and Bath.
What is risk taking?
The act or practice of doing something that involves danger, uncertainty, or potential loss in order to achieve a goal.
What chemical is released when having an allergic reaction?
Histamine
What does recreation mean?
A recreation activity is an activity in which a person voluntarily participates for pleasure and satisfaction
What is the name of the action plan used to treat injuries in an emergency situation?
DRSABCD
What is a Contact Tow?
Physically holding and towing the person to safety by direct contact.
What are factors that influence risk taking behaviours?
Peer pressure, curiosity, thrill seeking, uneducated...
What are the names for the anaphylaxis adrenaline autoinjectors?
Epipen and Anapen
What are the three categories for outdoor activities?
Adventure, Environmental and Competitive
What does the second D stand for in DRSABCD?
Defibrillator
What are the three survival strokes?
Survival backstroke, Survival breaststroke and Survival side stroke.
What is an example of a positive risk?
Public speaking, traveling abroad, getting a new job, learning a new skill...
What are the two types of choking?
Partial obstruction and Complete obstruction
Outline TWO risks of bushwalking
Getting lost, walking on a cliff edge, crossing a lake, snakes, wet weather and running out of water.
How many compressions to breaths are required when performing CPR on adults?
30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths
What is a protective strategy?
Practical skills, body awareness tools, and behavioral patterns that help people recognise, respond to, and stay safe in potentially unsafe or overwhelming situations
What is the difference between a positive and negative risk?
Negative risks are uncertain events that can cause harm, delays, or failure for your goals. Positive risks are uncertain events that can improve results or give you an advantage if they happen.
What are the three types of burns?
1st degree, 2nd degree and 3rd degree OR Superficial, partial thickness and full thickness.
What four items would you put in a first aid kit?
Bandages, non-stick wound dressings, gauze swabs, surgical tape, tweezers, gloves, thermal/shock blanket, saline solution, antiseptic wipes, instant ice pack...
What does DRSABCD stand for?
Danger, Response, Send For Help, Airway, Breathing, CPR and Defibrillator
What are the Four A's of rescue?
Awareness, Assessment, Action and Aftercare
What are TWO common risks young people take in outdoor environments?
Climbing trees/rocks, running/riding at high speeds, using sharp items, exploring deep water or rocky terrains...
What are TWO signs/symptoms of epilepsy
Seizures, staring spells, confusion, uncontrolled jerking movements, loss of consciousness or awareness and strange sensations.
How much water should you take for a three-day hike?
2 litres a day - total 6 litres