JROTC First Aid U5C3L2

While playing basketball, a teammate fell and injured his leg. You evaluated him, but you can't tell if it's broken or dislocated, so you immobilize it. You've called for help. Which of the following should you NOT do while waiting for help to arrive?

• Make sure your teammate stays still

• Apply an ice pack over a cloth to the sore area. It helps reduce swelling and pain (but remove ice when the area gets numb).

• Check periodically for symptoms of shock.

• Apply tourniquet.

Which of the following would indicate that an insect bite is a serious injury?

• The area bitten turns red and is swollen.

• Insect bites are never serious; they are minor injuries.

• The person bitten has difficulty breathing

• The insect bite is from a bee or wasp.

Signs of an insect sting generally include:

• Shortness of breath 
• Swelling at the site of the sting
• Itchiness

Anyone that is bitten by a person or a wild or domestic animal should seek medical help:

• The next day
• As soon as possible
• In the next two days
• When they have time 

The first thing you do when providing First Aid for a insect sting is:

• Call 911

• Wash then cover the wound

• Cover with bandaid

• Remove the stinger with a fingernail

What is the immediate care given until professional medical personnel arrive at the scene of an accident or sudden illness?

• help
• first aid
• CPR
• AED

You should never move a victim unless they are in immediate danger.

• True
• False

What should a person do with a nose bleed?

• lean forward and pinch nose
• lean back and pinch nose
• lay face down
• lay down on their back

What is a sign of a severe allergic reaction?

• trouble breathing
• sleepy
• high fever
• vomiting

What should you do if a person sprains their ankle?

• apply heat
• apply ice for 20 minutes
• apply ice directly on skin
• walk it off