First Aid
How would I treat a small cut?
Neosporin, Bandaid, Wash/clean it
What is the difference between venom and poison?
Venom is injected through the bloodstream, while poison is ingested or touched
What are a few important things that should be in every first aid kit?
Gauze, Disinfectant wipes, Gloves, Eye Protection, Adhesive Bandages, Band-Aids, Hand Sanitizer, etc.
What are the key identifiers for venomous snakes?
Triangular head, two puncture wounds, slit pupils
What are symptoms of a stroke?
Use the FAST method: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Slurred speech
How would you treat a venomous snake bite?
tourniquet, circle the bite using pen/marker every 5 minutes to track swelling.
What are the steps to performing first aid? (Hurry Cases)
1. checking the area, 2. checking conscientiousness, 3. checking vitals, 4. checking for severe bleeding
How would I identify Frostbite, and how to treat it?
beginning: fingers get red/pink, feeling of tingling. Worst case: blue/purple fingers, complete loss of feeling. Treatment: bring slowly up to temperature by running warm water.
How would I treat a broken/fractured bone?
immobilize using a splint
How would you treat things like dehydration and heatstroke?
Dehydration: give them water, make them take slow, steady sips of water, not gulps. Heatstroke: move to a cool/shaded area, remove excess clothing, cool using ice packs in neck & armpits