Basic Guide to First Aid and CPR in Hiking/Camping

What should you always carry with you when hiking or camping to handle minor injuries?

• First aid kit

• Extra clothing

• Cooking utensils

• Map and compass

What is the first step to take if someone sprains their ankle while hiking?

• Help them sit down and elevate the injured leg

• Apply heat to the injured area

• Have them walk it off

• Give them pain relievers immediately

What should you do if a cut is deep or bleeding heavily?

• Apply pressure to stop the bleeding and seek medical attention

• Ignore it and continue hiking

• Just cover it with a bandage

• Wash it with water and leave it open

How many chest compressions per minute should you perform during CPR?

• 100 to 120 compressions per minute

• 50 to 70 compressions per minute

• 30 to 50 compressions per minute

• 150 to 180 compressions per minute

What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion?

• Heavy sweating, weakness, and dizziness

• Shivering and cold skin

• Nausea and vomiting

• Sudden chest pain

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3