Question

Directions: Complete the concept map on first aid for common
emergencies, using terms and phrases from the course.
• Protect
• Rest
• _________________
• _________________
• _________________
Sprains
Broken Bones
An ________________ is the only
way to be sure if a bone is broken.
Insect Bites and Stings
Wash the area of the bite and apply a special lotion. If a stinger needs to
be removed, remove the stinger, and apply an ______________________
to relieve pain and prevent _______________________________________.
Burns
Treatment for burns depends on the ___________________ of the burn.
Foreign Object in Eye
Do not ______________________ your eye if there is a foreign object
in it. Use clean __________________________ to flush the object out.
Poisoning
All poisonings require ______________________________ treatment.
Call the nearest poison ________________________________ center.
Fainting
If you feel faint you should lie or _______________________________
down, placing your head between your knees.
Heat-Related Illnesses
___________________________________, cooling down, and drinking
water or a sports drink should provide relief.
Nosebleed
Pinch the bleeding nose shut for 5-10 minutes and breathe through your mouth.
First Aid for
Common Emergencies

Answer 1

• Protect
• Rest
• Ice
• Compress
• Elevate

Sprains
Broken Bones
An X‑ray is the only way to be sure if a bone is broken.

Insect Bites and Stings
Wash the area of the bite and apply a special lotion. If a stinger needs to
be removed, remove the stinger, and apply an ice pack to relieve pain and prevent swelling.

Burns
Treatment for burns depends on the severity of the burn.

Foreign Object in Eye
Do not rub your eye if there is a foreign object in it. Use clean water to flush the object out.

Poisoning
All poisonings require immediate medical treatment.
Call the nearest poison control center.

Fainting
If you feel faint you should lie or sit down, placing your head between your knees.

Heat-Related Illnesses
Getting out of the heat, cooling down, and drinking water or a sports drink should provide relief.

Nosebleed
Pinch the bleeding nose shut for 5-10 minutes and breathe through your mouth.