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First Aid Fundamentals

First Aid Fundamentals

First aid kit and medical cross illustration

🚑 Part 1: Understanding First Aid

1. What is first aid? Write your definition below:
2. Circle the correct answer: What is the emergency number in New Zealand?

000

111

999

911

3. Why is first aid important in our community? Give two reasons:

🛡️ Part 2: Basic First Aid Principles

4. Put the basic first aid steps in the correct order by numbering them 1-4:

____ Provide appropriate care until help arrives

____ Ensure scene safety

____ Call for help (dial 111)

____ Protect yourself (use barriers like gloves)

5. Check all the things you should do BEFORE helping someone who is injured:

Check if the area is safe

Put on protective gloves if available

Move the injured person immediately

Look for any dangers around

Ask the person if they need help

6. Fill in the blanks:

The most important thing when providing first aid is to keep yourself and others ____________. You should never put yourself in ____________ to help someone else. Always call ____________ if the situation is serious.

🎭 Part 3: Emergency Scenarios

7. Read this scenario and answer the questions below:

You are at school during lunch break when you see a classmate trip and fall on the concrete. They are sitting on the ground holding their knee, which is bleeding. Other students are gathering around.

a) What is the first thing you should do?
b) Who should you tell or call for help?
c) How can you help while waiting for an adult?
8. Match each first aid situation with the most appropriate first response:
1. Someone is choking
2. Someone has a small cut
3. Someone feels faint
4. Someone is unconscious
A. Help them sit down safely
B. Call 111 immediately
C. Clean with water and cover
D. Encourage them to cough

🤝 Part 4: Being a Responsible First Aider

9. What does "manaakitanga" mean in relation to first aid?

Being fast to help

Caring for and looking after others

Knowing lots of medical facts

Being the first person to arrive

10. Draw a simple diagram showing what a basic first aid kit should contain. Label at least 4 items:
11. Reflection: How do you think learning first aid will help you in your whānau and community?
12. True or False: Circle your answer

You should always move an injured person to make them more comfortable. TRUE / FALSE

It's okay to help someone even if you feel scared or unsure. TRUE / FALSE

First aid is only for doctors and nurses to provide. TRUE / FALSE

Staying calm is important when helping in an emergency. TRUE / FALSE

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