What’s the difference between burns and scalds? Burns and scalds are damage to the skin caused by heat. Both are treated in the same way. A burn is caused by dry heat – by an iron or fire, for example. A scald is caused by something wet, such as hot water or steam. Discuss: What are … [Read more…]
Lesson objectives: Learn what the difference between major and minor injuries is. Learn about various types of minor injuries. Learn how to treat minor injuries Discuss: what is the difference between major and minor injuries and illnesses? Major injuries or illnesses are anything that requires a trip to the hospital. Many major injuries are life … [Read more…]
Lesson objectives: Learn to identify a stroke. Learn the proper response to strokes. Discuss: What is a stroke? Blood flow to the brain getting blocked causing brain damage. A blood clot can block the pathway to the brain causing an ischemic stroke. A blood vessel in the brain can bust causing a hemorrhagic stroke. Most … [Read more…]
Lesson objectives: Learn common causes of choking. Identify a person who is choking. Discuss: What is choking? When you breath, air goes from your mouth or nose into your lungs. Choking is when something gets stuck somewhere between your mouth and lungs. What are some causes of choking? Eating while talking or laughing. Trying to … [Read more…]
Lesson objectives: Know what a poison is. Identify ways one can get poisoned and how to prevent such incidents. Identify the signs and symptoms of poisoning. Know how to respond to an emergency involving poison. Discuss: What is a poison? In what ways can you get poisoned? A poison is any substance that can … [Read more…]
Lesson Objectives: Identify the signs and symptoms of shock. Understand how to provide care for a victim of shock. What is Shock? Shock happens when your cannot supply enough blood to all of your body. Causes of shock. Great loss of Blood Great Stress Heart Disorders Abnormal Dilation of Blood Vessels Severe injuries Symptoms … [Read more…]
Severe Bleeding Lesson requirements: Gloves Gauze pads Gauze rolls Lesson Objectives: Recognize and respond to Bleeding injuries properly. Demonstrate how to tie a bandage properly. Discuss: What is severe bleeding? When the skin is broken, you have an open wound. Cuts and scratches are minor wounds because they don’t bleed very much and are normally … [Read more…]