Cuts, Scrapes & Bleeding
What is the first thing you do for a minor cut or scrape?
Clean the wound with water.
What is the first treatment for a minor burn?
Cool it with cool (not ice) water.
What should you do first for an insect sting?
Remove the stinger if present.
What condition is caused by too much heat and dehydration?
Heat exhaustion.
A Scout scrapes their knee and it’s bleeding a little. What should you do first?
Clean the wound with water.
What should you apply after cleaning a minor wound?
An antiseptic and a clean bandage.
How long should you cool a burn with water?
About 10–20 minutes.
How should you remove a stinger?
Scrape it off — don’t squeeze.
What are two signs of heat exhaustion?
Dizziness, nausea, heavy sweating.
A Scout cuts their finger and it keeps bleeding. What is the best way to stop it?
Apply direct pressure
What is the best way to stop serious bleeding?
Apply direct pressure.
Should you pop a blister?
No, it helps protect the skin underneath.
What is a sign of a severe allergic reaction?
Trouble breathing, swelling of face or throat.
What should you do for someone with hypothermia?
Warm them slowly and replace wet clothing.
A Scout gets a minor burn from a camp stove. What is the correct first aid?
Cool the burn with cool water for 10–20 minutes.
When should you seek medical help for bleeding?
If bleeding won’t stop after applying pressure.
What should you cover a blister with?
A moleskin
What should you do if someone is having a severe allergic reaction?
Get help immediately and use an epinephrine auto-injector (Epi-Pen) if available.
Name one sign of frostbite.
Numbness, pale or waxy skin, or hard skin
A Scout is stung by a bee and starts having trouble breathing. What should you do?
Get help immediately and use an epinephrine auto-injector if available.
True or False: You should remove objects stuck in a bleeding wound.
False — leave it in place and apply pressure around it.
Which burn requires immediate medical attention: small blister or large charred burn?
Large charred burn.
True or False: You should apply ice directly to a sting without protection.
False — wrap ice in cloth.
What is the first thing you should do in any emergency?
Get help and assess the situation.
A Scout collapses on a hike and feels dizzy and nauseous on a hot day. What condition might this be and what should you do?
Heat exhaustion; move to shade, cool them down, and give water.