First Aid
What are the steps to take when treating simple cuts or scrapes?
Wash with soap, apply antibiotic, put on a bandage, and repeat every day until it heals.
What three poison plants do you need to look out for?
Poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac
Who founded Boy Scouts?
Robert Baden-Powell
On what date did the United States gain freedom from Great Britain?
July 4th, 1776
What are some things you should have in a first aid kit? List some items.
Examples:
bandages, gauze, moleskin, antibiotic, scissors, tweezers, pencil and paper, tape, etc.
What is the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees?
Deciduous trees shed leaves annually, while evergreen don’t
Who started Boy Scouts in America and when?
William Boyce in 1910.
How many representatives are there in the House of Representatives?
435
What are some symptoms of heatstroke?
Hot sweaty or dry skin, disorientation, rapid pulse, unconsciousness, vomiting, shallow breathing, and seizures.
What are the principles of Tread Lightly?
travel responsibly, respect other’s rights, educate yourself, avoid sensitive areas, do your part
When and where was the first ever scout camp?
August 1907 at Brownsea Island, England.
List some recent or current events in the United States.
George Floyd death (May 25, Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Riots and looting (after George Floyd’s death)
Protests on police brutality (after George Floyd’s death)
SpaceX Launch (June 3, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida)
Amazon distribution center burned in fire (June 5, Redlands, California)
NBA continues with 22 teams (June 6)
What does the acronym RICE stand for and what is it used for?
R-Rest I-Ice C-Compression E-Elevation, used for treating sprains/strains
What four techniques should be used when rescuing someone in the water?
Reach, Throw, Row, Go
When and where was the first World Jamboree?
1920 at Kensington Olympia in London.
What are all the rights granted in the Bill of Rights?
Freedom of: Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition
Right to bear arms
No forced quartering of troops
No unreasonable search and seizure
Rights to prevent double jeopardy, self-incrimination and right to a proper due process
Right to a fair and speedy trial
Right to a jury
No excessive bail, fines, cruel and unusual punishment
Rights are not confined to those mentioned in the Bill of Rights
Powers not granted to the government go to the states or people.
How do you treat shock?
Call for help, treat any hurry cases or wounds the victim might have, lay the victim down raising the feet 12 inches high to move blood to vital organs, keep them warm, and don’t leave them alone!
What are the principles of Leave no Trace?
Plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife, and be considerate of others
How did Scouts contribute to war efforts during World War one?
Boy Scouts served as messengers, coast-guards, did farm work, raised money for ambulances and other war needs, guarded railways, and worked in hospitals. Scout skills such as leadership and first aid came in handy during the war.
How should the American flag be displayed when on a wall? (Bonus: How about above a street?)
The stars should be on the upper left (your left) when displaying the flag on a wall. On an east-west street: stars pointing north. On a north-south street: stars pointing east.