General First Aid
Should someone with a nosebleed tilt their head up, or down, to stop the bleeding?
Down! Tilting your head up can cause the blood to run into your throat.
What is the deadly illness that some warm-blooded animals carry and spread through their saliva called?
Rabies!
Should you place a frostbite injury in HOT water, or WARM water, and why?
Place it in WARM water. Hot water can destroy the damaged tissue, causing further injury.
Is a classic sunburn a 1st degree, 2nd degree, or 3rd degree burn?
A sunburn is a 1st degree burn!
How many leaves does poison ivy have?
3 leaves! Remember, "leaves of 3, let it be"
List 5 items found in a common first aid kit
Bandaids, gauze, adhesive tape, moleskin, hand sanitizer, antibiotic cream, scissors, tweezers, gloves, and a pencil and notebook.
True or False: when someone is stung by a bee or wasp, you should squeeze the wound to get the stinger out.
False. Squeezing will force more venom into the skin from the sac attached to the stinger. Remove the stinger by scraping it out with a flat-surfaced object like a credit card.
What is a sure physical sign of frostbite?
Grayish-white patches on the skin.
What topical ointment can be applied to the skin to soothe minor sunburns?
Aloe vera!
Which first aid kit item can be put over a blister/hot spot to prevent it from getting worse?
Moleskin!
To help treat sprains and strains, you can use the acronym "R.I.C.E".
What does "R.I.C.E" stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
How do you remove a tick?
Grasp the tick with tweezers close to the skin. Gently pull until it comes loose. Wash the wound carefully with soap and water, and apply antiseptic.
What is the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke?
Heat exhaustion is brought on by dehydration and a warm environment, while heatstroke occurs when the body's cooling system begins to fail, and is a medical emergency.
Should you remove clothing from a third-degree burn victim? Why/why not?
No; the clothing may be sticking to their flesh.
Name 3 poisonous plants
Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, stinging nettle, pokeweed, etc.
Should you ever move an accident victim with serious injuries before help arrives?
Yes, if the victim is in immediate danger: for example, out of a river or in the path of a fire.
Should you apply ice to a venomous snake bite to help stop the swelling?
No, do not apply ice to a snakebite! It will not help the injury and can damage the skin and tissue.
Name 3 symptoms of Heat Exhaustion.
1. Pale, clammy skin 2. Nausea 3. Fatigue 4. Dizziness/fainting 5. Headache 6. Muscle cramps 7. Weakness
Someone burns their arm in a fire. Their skin is burned away and their flesh is blackened. They don't feel much pain due to nerve damage. Is this a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd degree burn?
This is a 3rd degree burn! Call 911 for emergency assistance, and do NOT apply ointments or creams.
How do you treat exposure to poisonous plants?
1. Wash the area with soap and water, 2. Scrub area to remove irritants, 3. Apply a non-prescription topical like Calamine or hydrocortisone to relieve itching.