Basic First Aid for Kids

What is the first step in caring for a cut?

• Ignore the cut and continue working.

• Clean the wound.

• Apply a bandage immediately.

• Put ice on the cut to reduce swelling.

How do you perform CPR on an adult?

• Use a defibrillator before starting chest compressions.

• Perform CPR only if the person is unconscious and not breathing for more than 5 minutes.

• Give 15 chest compressions followed by 1 rescue breath.

• Perform CPR by giving 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, repeating until help arrives.

What should you do if someone is choking?

• Leave the person alone to cough it out.

• Pat the person on the back repeatedly.

• Perform the Heimlich maneuver or call for emergency help.

• Encourage the person to drink water.

What is the best way to treat a burn?

• Apply ice directly to the burn

• Cool the burn with running water and cover it with a sterile bandage.

• Use butter or oil to soothe the burn

• Cover the burn with a non-sterile cloth

What is one essential item to have in a first aid kit?

• Scissors

• Sunscreen

• Adhesive bandages

• Thermometer

What are common signs of shock?

• Bright red skin

• Rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, confusion, pale skin, weakness, low blood pressure.

• Increased appetite

• High fever

How should you clean a wound?

• Cover the wound with a bandage without cleaning it first.

• Apply butter to the wound to soothe it.

• Use alcohol directly on the wound without rinsing.

• Rinse the wound with clean water and apply antiseptic.

What is the correct hand position for CPR?

• Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest and the other hand on top, interlocking fingers.

• Position hands on the neck and squeeze firmly.

• Use one hand on the forehead and the other on the chin.

• Place both hands on the abdomen and push down hard.

What should you do if a person is unconscious but breathing?

• Give the person food or drink to help them wake up.

• Shake the person to wake them up.

• Leave the person alone until they regain consciousness.

• Place the person in the recovery position and call for emergency help.

How can you help someone with a minor burn?

• Cool the burn with running water, clean it, and cover it with a sterile bandage.

• Apply ice directly to the burn

• Cover the burn with a dirty cloth

• Use butter or oil to soothe the burn