Cuts & Scrapes
How should you wash a cut?
Draining or popping the blister
Define a nosebleed.
Bleeding from the nose!
How many different degrees of burns are there?
3
What should you do if you can't immediately get the object out?
Have someone call 911
Define a minor cut.
A superficial skin break that stops bleeding on its own
Define a blister.
A painful, liquid-filled swelling of the skin
How should you position your head for a nosebleed?
Lean forward
Define a minor (1st degree) burn.
Redness, pain, and warmth on the skin without blisters forming
What are some signs of choking? (list 3)
hands clutching throat, inability to talk or breathe, panic, a weak or silent cough, and blue/gray skin
How often should you replace the dressing?
Daily or when it becomes wet/dirty
How should you treat a blister?
Why should you avoid tilting your head back for a nosebleed?
Blood can run down the throat and lead to choking or swallowing blood
How should you wash a burn?
With cool (not cold) water
Bend victim forwards, strike them firmly on their back between their shoulder blades with the heel of your palm
What should you do if the cut doesn't stop bleeding?
Apply pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage for 10 - 20 minutes
When would you need to pop a blister?
If it's large, painful, and hindering your walking
How long should you pinch your nose in a nosebleed?
At least 10-15 minutes
Define a scald.
A type of burn in response to hot water or steam
Demonstrate the Heimlich maneuver.
Hold around the waist and pull inwards and upwards above their belly button