Outdoor Injuries
Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation
How do you treat sprains and strains?
The pale, clammy skin, rapid pulse, and shallow breathing are signs of this condition.
What is shock?
This condition is a medical emergency that can cause confusion and high body temperature.
What is heat stroke?
This is a physical action used to treat a choking child.
What are back blows or abdominal thrusts?
This item is used to clean wounds and prevent infection.
What is antiseptic wipes or solution?
The first step when treating a scrape or cut.
What is cleaning the wound?
The position you should place someone if they are experiencing shock and do not have an injury.
What is lying down with legs elevated?
Moving to a cooler place, drinking water, and applying cool cloths help treat this heat-related condition.
What is heat exhaustion?
These two symptoms following a head bump in a child could indicate a need for medical attention.
What are vomiting and loss of consciousness?
This stretchy item can help stabilize a sprain by providing compression.
What is an elastic bandage?
This action should be avoided if you suspect a snake bite.
What is sucking out the venom or using a tourniquet?
This is what you should NOT give someone who is in shock.
What is food or drink?
This cold-related injury includes symptoms like numbness and pale skin.
What is frostbite?
When a child has dry lips, lethargy, and reduced urination, this is the likely issue.
What is dehydration?
A small, adhesive covering used to protect minor cuts and scrapes.
What is a bandage or adhesive strip?
This item should be applied to a bee sting after removing the stinger.
What is ice?
This is a common cause of shock that involves significant blood loss.
What is trauma?
A serious cold-weather condition marked by confusion, slurred speech, and shivering.
What is hypothermia?
A fever in young children may require medical attention if it is this.
What is high or persistent?
This tool is often included in a first aid kit to safely remove splinters or stingers.
What are tweezers?
These two things indicate you may need medical attention for a sprain.
What is severe pain and inability to bear weight?
The first thing you should do when someone is in shock.
What is call for5 emergency help?
After recognizing heat stroke, the immediate action to take.
What is apply cooling methods and call emergency services?
This is the basic action you should take after a child gets a scrape.
What is clean and dress the wound?
This pain reliever is commonly included in a first aid kit and can reduce pain and swelling.
What is ibuprofen or acetaminophen?