First Aid Kits
What item in your first aid kid can be used to remove a splinter?
Tweezers
How should you treat a minor scrape or cut?
Clean the wound with soap and water, then put on a band-aid
What is the first step of CPR?
Checking the surrounding area for danger
What item in your first aid kit is used to cover blisters?
Moleskin
How should you treat first to second degree burns?
Place the affected area under cool water (never use ice), and let it dry before covering with a sterile gauze pad. Don't break any blisters, because it increases the chance of infection.
What does the R in CPR stand for?
Resuscitation
Why would we choose latex-free gloves and bandages for our first aid kits?
Some people are allergic to latex
How should you treat hypothermia?
Do as much as you can to bring the victim's body temperature back to normal: move them into a shelter, remove wet clothing and get them into dry, warm clothes. Have them drink warm liquids if they are fully conscious, and position warm water bottles or heating pads around their armpits and groin.
What is the ratio of rescue breaths to chest compressions while doing CPR?
2 rescue breaths for every 30 chest compressions
What item should you keep in your first aid kit to clean minor scrapes and cuts?
A small bar of soap
How should you treat someone who is choking?
Ask someone to call 911, then tell the person that you are there to help. For a conscious person: stand behind them and lean them forward, then strike in between their shoulder blades with the heel of your hand 5 times. If they're still choking, position your arms around their waist, make a fist with one hand, and place your thumb just below their rib cage. Then thrust your clasped hands in and up with enough force to pop loose the object that is blocking the airway.
What is the difference between chest compressions on adults and babies?
On adult victims, compressions are done with two hands, one on top of the other, and compressions on babies are done using 2-3 fingers. Chest compressions on adults will also be deeper than those on babies.
What is something you could keep in your first aid kit to treat someone who has passed out from low blood sugar?
A tube of gel frosting, or a Glucagon nasal spray
How should you treat a shock victim?
Call 911. Lay them down (don't move the person if you suspect a head, neck or back injury). Loosen tight clothing and make sure the person is warm, but if they're overheating, cut or rip open their clothing. Don't let the person eat or drink anything, as it could cause choking, but if they are vomiting, turn them into their side to prevent choking. Treat any injuries they have accordingly.
What is one song that's beat matches the ideal CPR rhythm? (100 beats per minute)
Stayin' Alive
Dancing Queen
Can't Stop The Feeling