Back To Basics
Knowing first aid is one way that a cub scout follows the Scout motto.
What is Be Prepared!
When blood is coming from a wound, you should apply direct what?
Direct Pressure
This bite is caused by a small insect that buries it's head in your skin. Pulling it out incorrectly could result in infection.
Tick Bite
Treat this condition by applying direct pressure to your nose, and tilting your head back
Nosebleed
Have these for cuts and scrapes
Bandages
(Band-aids)
You can call this number to get help in an emergency
9-1-1
Chest pain, radiating to the arm, neck or jaw, is a symptom of what hurry case?
Heart attack
This type of biting animal includes the "Black Widow" and "Brown Recluse"
Spider
This type of injury can be caused by a second degree burn, or loose footwear. Keep them clean - and Don't pop them!
Blisters
Put this on your hands to prevent exposure to blood or other fluids
gloves
(latex gloves)
What is the first thing you should do when approaching the scene of an accident?
Make sure the area is safe
(Check the Scene)
If a person is not breathing, you should perform this type of first aid
Rescue Breathing (CPR)
This type of bite comes from certain venomous reptiles. It's important to keep the victim calm and call for help.
Snakebite
This type of burn, common in the outdoors, can be prevented by applying sunscreen
Sunburn
What is the condition called when the circulatory system doesn't provide enough blood to all parts of the body.
Shock
This hurry case could result from leaving household cleaners or medication in reach of small children
Poisioning
With this type of "Bite" an animal can leave it's stinger in the skin
Bees / Wasps
Openings in the skin that can let in germs and lead to infections. Require clean bandages.
Cuts (and scratches)
Use this to clean a cut or scrape and prepare for bandaging
Antiseptic
(Antiseptic wipes)
If a person is choking you should perform this maneuver
Heimlich Maneuver
(Abdominal Thrusts)
The Acronym FAST is a way to remember the signs of this Hurry Case
Stroke
Face drooping, Arm Weakness, Speech Difficulty, Time to Call for Help
This type of "bite" happens when the skin gets cold enough to freeze, and is treated by gentle warming
Frostbite
This type of burn includes all layers of the skin, and the victim may feel no pain. Treat for shock, and call for help immediately.
Third degree burn
(Full Thickness Burn)
Soft cloth that can help prevent blisters (or keep them from getting worse)
Moleskin