Pet First Aid
What fruit is extremely toxic to dogs when consumed?
Grapes
What does the RICE acronym stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.
What are the 5 most common signs of a heart attack?
1. Chest Pain. 2. Unusual sweating - for instance, even is a room is cool. 3. Nausea 4. Shortness of breath. 5. A feeling of weakness.
what is the most common injury in the wilderness?
soft tissue injury. (strains and sprains)
what is the most common first layer of a medical dressing?
What is a common household pain killer that is extremely toxic to cats?
Tylenol
What is the time (in minutes) that you should continuously run cool water over a burn? (mild)
10 - 20 minutes or until pain subsides
What is the definition of a fracture?
A break or crack in the bone
What are 3 items used to gain attention when lost in the wild?
flares, bright clothing/materials, emergency whistles and more.
What is gauze made of?
Cotton
What is the normal heart rate of a small breed dog?
100-150 bpm
What is the most common blood type? (in humans)
O negative (universal donor)
What information do you provide when calling emergency services for help?
Location and description of incident
how far off a tree and how high should you hang your bear bag?
at least 12 feet of the ground and 6 feet away from the tree trunk
what is a jammed finger?
The tip of the finger is compressed toward the hand, causing the ligaments in a finger joint to stretch or tear.
What are the 3 ABC's you should check in an emergency?
Airway, Breathing and circulation
What is the most commonly injured location on the body?
Knee
What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in CPR?
30:2
A backpacker is found after a lightning strike incident. They are lying on the ground and not responding. What is the very first thing you should assess when beginning first aid on the individual?
check their airway and breathing
What is the lifespan of a pig
15-20years
Ibuprofen and Naproxen can cause damage to these two internal organs in pets?
Kidney, GI tract, Liver (all acceptable)
What is the treatment for scurvy? (18th century first aid)
Citrus fruits (specifically oranges and lemons)
what is the medical term for inhaling volcanic silica dust?
Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis
What are the ten essentials?
navigation (map, compass), illumination (headlamp/flashlight), sun protection (sunglasses, sunscreen), first aid kit, fire starter, a knife, emergency shelter, extra food, extra water, and extra clothing
What is the max speed of a cow?
25 mph