Provided By Ashlee Meardith Trumbull County 4H Educator The following information is from the following 353 First Aid In Action Ohio 4H Project Book Bees wasps yellow jackets etc Spiders ID: 1014307
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1. Tips for TeensBasic First AidProvided By: Ashlee MeardithTrumbull County 4-H Educator
2. The following information is from the following:#353 First Aid In Action, Ohio 4-H Project Book
3. Bees, wasps, yellow jackets etc.SpidersMosquitosTicksSymptoms: Warm, red puffy skin; itching & minor pain are normal symptoms. If the person is having an allergic reaction, there may be hives, abnormal breathing & dizziness. First Aid:Apply anti-itch ointment/sprayIf stung, can use baking soda & water pasteMonitor to see if symptoms worsenBug or Insect Bites
4. DogsCatsSnakeOther wild animalsSymptoms: May vary depending on type of biteFirst Aid:If bleeding is not heavy, wash the area with soap and warm water for five minutesDry with clean towel Apply sterile dressing and bandage Swelling can be minimized with ice/cold pack for 10 min.Call 911 if bleeding is severeCheck with doctor to discuss the need of a tetanus or rabies shots.Animal Bites
5. Swallowed:Nail polishPrescriptions/medicationsGasolineBleachContact Poisons:Poison oak, sumac or ivySymptoms: May vary depending on type- rash, vomiting, gagging, cramps, etc.First Aid:If swallowed, call 911 and be ready with the following: name of posion, age of person, symptoms, how much time since poison was swallowedFor contact poisons: remove contaminated clothingWash all exposed areasApply calamine lotion Poison
6. StoveCurling IronMatchesFireSymptoms: First degree: red or discolored skinSecond Degree: blisters and red skinThird Degree: white or charred skinFirst Aid:Remove clothing that comes off easilyCover lightly with dry, sterile, non adhesive dressing or clean dry clothBurns
7. Slice: cut or laceration Rash-like: scrape or abrasion First Aid:Stop any bleeding by applying pressure and elevating areaRinse with warm soapy water or antiseptic Apply antibiotic ointment & bandageCuts & Scrapes
8. Slice: cut or laceration Rash-like: scrape or abrasion First Aid: Remember R.I.C.E!Rest- stop & rest the areaIce- icing can reduce inflammation and pain. Do not put ice directly on skin. Compress- wrap firmly with an elastic bandage Elevate- raise the injured area above heart level. Elevating will keep swelling at bay*An X-Ray may be needed, speak to doctorStrain, Sprain & Bruises
9. Caused by: Blowing too hard, sneezingPicking noseHard hit to the noseDry air in the houseFever or cold First Aid: Tilt head forward, grab tissue or clothPinch the lower, soft part of the nose between your thumb and finger and breathe through mouthHold for 5-10 minIf bleeding persists, call your doctorNosebleeds
10. Interested in learning more?Visit www.redcross.org to enroll in a first aid and/or CPR class!Virtual & In-person trainings available
11. Basic First Aid Lesson EvaluationQuestions are answered on a 1 to 5 scale; 1 (strongly disagree), 5 (strongly agree)The “Basic First Aid PowerPoint” lesson was informative and useful to me.I gained new knowledge from this activity.I plan to create a first aid kit or update an existing one in my home, 4-H club or vehicle, etc. I would feel comfortable administering basic care to myself or a sibling, family member, etc. I feel confident I can identify essential basic first aid items/tools.