Name : Chris Parker Test Taken on : 10 March 2004
Personalized		Report on First Aid Knowledge

Chris, you could be better prepared to handle your child's emergency. It is scary thinking that your child may get burned, choke on a toy, or have a seizure. The life of a child is sometimes filled with adventure and mishaps. Knowledge of First Aid includes remedies for choking, poisoning, vitamin overdose, CPR, burns, drowning, bites, eye emergencies, and wounds. Being prepared and knowing what to do in any of these common emergencies can help to make sure that your child gets quick care. First Aid training gives you valuable knowledge in caring for a sick or injured individual, but it also can give you the confidence to respond properly in an emergency situation. People with no training tend to panic and this can frighten an injured child (or adult) and you may hamper professional help for your family member. It's always a good idea to teach your children about first aid. For very young children, just give them a tour of your first aid box. Show your child each item in the box and tell them what each item is for and why you may need it. Explain the importance of always bringing a first aid kit. Report Continues... You Scored : 11/20 Answers to the questions asked in the test 1. What do you do to remove a splinter? Give a cold water compression and then pull it out with a pair of tweezers. Give a hot water compression and then pull it out with a pair of tweezers. Just grasp the splinter and pull it out.   2. What should you do to stop a nosebleed? Gently pinch the whole lower part of the nose for 5 minutes; let go slowly and gently. Call 911. Make the child blow his nose.   3. What is the initial treatment for a burn? Apply an ointment, grease or petroleum product on the burn immediately. Place the injured area under cold water as quickly as possible. Wash the burn with ice water. Report Continues... Ideal Answers 1. What do you do to remove a splinter? The first approach to removing a splinter is to wash the area with soap and water. Then soak it in hot water for 10 minutes. You can also use a hot compression. The soaking softens the skin allowing you to open enough with a needle and pull out the splinter with a good pair of tweezers. Be sure to disinfect the needle by wiping with rubbing alcohol. However, if one end of the splinter is sticking out you grasp it with the tweezers only and pull it out gently. After the removal of the splinter wash the area with soap and water again and then cover it with a clean bandage. The splinter may not come out the first time. So give it another ten minutes of hot soaking and then give a second try. Even then if you fail, take a doctor's help. Make sure to use an antibiotic cream when done. Report Continues... 2. If your child sprains an ankle, knee or wrist you should: Sprains result from a stretched or torn ligament, tendon or muscle. Falls, sport injuries and unusual twists may produce a sprain. For simple strains and sprains, RICE, or Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation is often enough. Have him lie down for an hour with the sprained limb elevated on a pillow. To help prevent swelling and decrease the pain put an ice pack over the area of the injury. If the pain resolves and the child makes normal movements of the injured area there is no need to see a doctor. If swelling occurs and the area is tender make sure to get it X-rayed to confirm a cracked or broken bone. Even if the X-ray is normal, a cast or a splint may be required to immobilize the limb and allow the ligaments and tendons to heal properly. Follow strictly the prescribed exercises, heat treatment and therapy. Excessive movement of the sprained area may re-injure the ligaments, resulting in increased pain or even susceptibility to chronic injuries. Report Continues... Detailed explanations of what you should do in each of the situations asked in the test...all this and more only in your Personalized Report on First Aid Knowledge. Report for: Chris Parker