How to apply a band-aid

What is the first step in applying a band-aid?

• Remove band-aid from wrapper

• Determine if the injury needs a band-aid or not

• Washing your hands

• Ignore injury

When do you wash your hands when applying a band-aid?

• Only before, that is all

• Before and after applying band-aid

• You don't have to wash your hands when applying a band-aid

• During the process

What part of the band-aid covers the wound?

• The sticky part

• The pad

• Don't cover the wound!

• It doesn't matter which part of the band-aid covers the wound

When do you change a band-aid?

• Do not change band-aid, use only one band-aid

• Whenever you feel like it

• If it becomes wet, dirty, or starts to peel off.

• Only when you go to sleep

What is a band-aid?

• Something you use to hear better.

• A small adhesive dressing used to cover and protect the minor wounds.

• A device used to determine the weather.

• A type of clothing.

What do you do if the band-aid has additional adhesive tabs?

• Leave it alone

• Use another band-aid and put it on top

• Take it off and use a different band-aid

• Peel off the backing and stick them down to secure the ends of the band-aid

What do you do before applying the band-aid? (Step 2)

• Get a drink

• Prepare the wound, by cleaning and patting dry

• Ask the injured if they are hungry

• All of the above

How should you dispose of a used band-aid?

• Throw it in the trash, or if available a biohazard waste container.

• Flush it down the toilet.

• Throw it on the floor

• Recycle it with other paper products

How long should a band-aid typically be left on a wound?

• 1-2 hours

• 6-8 hours

• 24-48 hours

• 72 hours or more

What are common mistakes to avoid when applying a band-aid?

• Applying it too loosely

• Applying it too tightly

• Not cleaning the wound beforehand

• All of the above