Examples of Minor Injuries Kids Can Safely Treat at Home (Grade 6)

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 🩹 Small Cuts & Scrapes: Wash with soap and water. Apply a bandage. Change daily.
• 🔥 Minor Burns: Cool the burn under cool (not cold) running water for 10-20 minutes. Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment.
• 🤕 Bruises: Apply ice wrapped in a cloth for 15-20 minutes at a time, several times a day.
• insect Insect Bites & Stings: Wash the area. Apply a cold compress. Use over-the-counter anti-itch cream.
• ☀️ Sunburn: Cool the skin with a cool bath or shower. Apply aloe vera lotion. Drink plenty of fluids.
• 🚫 When to See a Doctor: If the injury is deep, won't stop bleeding, shows signs of infection (redness, swelling, pus), or if you are unsure, see a doctor.

Practice Quiz

1. What is the first step in treating a small cut or scrape?
   1. Applying antibiotic ointment
   2. Washing with soap and water
   3. Covering with a bandage
   4. Ignoring it
2. How long should you cool a minor burn under running water?
   1. 1-2 minutes
   2. 5-10 minutes
   3. 10-20 minutes
   4. 30 minutes
3. What should you apply to a bruise to help reduce swelling?
   1. Heat pack
   2. Ice pack wrapped in a cloth
   3. Rubbing alcohol
   4. Nothing
4. What is a good way to relieve itching from an insect bite?
   1. Applying mud
   2. Using over-the-counter anti-itch cream
   3. Scratching it
   4. Ignoring it
5. What should you apply to sunburned skin?
   1. Butter
   2. Aloe vera lotion
   3. Vinegar
   4. Nothing
6. Which of the following is a sign of infection that means you should see a doctor?
   1. Slight redness
   2. Mild itching
   3. Pus
   4. Small bruise
7. If you are unsure how to treat an injury, what should you do?
   1. Ask a friend
   2. Look it up online
   3. See a doctor
   4. Wait and see if it gets better