Responsibility and Safety
An instinct is...
a built-in- knowledge; something that we naturally do.
What were the three types of communication that we discussed? (Hint, two start with "A", and one starts with "P")
Assertive, Aggressive, Passive
What is First Aid?
It is when you help a sick or injured person until full medical treatment from a professional is available.
True or False: It is your own personal responsibility to keep yourself safe.
True! A responsibility is something that is YOUR job to say or do.
True or false: Aggressive communicators say what they think, feel, or believe in a straightforward, non-threatening way.
FALSE. Assertive communicators say what they think, feel, or believe in a straightforward, non-threatening way. Aggressive communicators do not care about the feelings of others.
If you get burned, what temperature of water should you run the burn under?
Lukewarm/cold. NOT HOT.
Give two examples of an 'instinct'
Breathing, blinking, coughing, sneezing, etc.
True or False: If someone is passive, they will always say what they think, feel and believe. They are good at standing up for themselves.
FALSE. Passive people avoid saying what they think, feel, or believe; they don't stand up for themselves; and they avoid conflict. They might become resentful...
What should we put on before we touch someone’s blood?
Put on gloves.
True or False: Fight or Flight is an instinct.
True. It is a natural response to something that makes us feel unsafe or threatened.
What does it mean to be 'assertive'?
Saying what you think or believe in a straightforward, non-threatening way. They listen to other’s needs while confidently expressing their own.
What is the first thing we should do to control bleeding?
Apply pressure.
Define 'Responsibility'
Something that is your job to say or do
How can being an assertive communicator (instead of passive or aggressive) help us to stay safe?
You stand up for yourself making your voice heard. Being assertive can also help keep someone else safe. Assertiveness can communicate if you or someone else is in danger/trouble, if you are afraid or uncomfortable, and can help in deterring others from taking advantage of you.
What are two reasons to call 911?
Answers may vary: Severe bleeding, severe burns, unresponsive person, major bone break/fracture, a person is choking and cannot breathe.