Objects Found in First Aid Box – Basic 4 Social Studies Lesson Note (Third Term)

What is a First Aid Box?

A First Aid Box is a special container that holds medical items for treating injuries and emergencies. It’s usually white with a red cross symbol ➕

Common Items in a First Aid Box

1. Bandages 🩹

• Plaster/Band-Aid: For small cuts
• Gauze: Soft white cloth for wounds
• Cotton Wool: For cleaning wounds
• Bandage Roll: To wrap injuries

2. Cleaning Items 🧴

• Antiseptic: Kills germs (like Dettol)
• Methylated Spirit: Cleans wounds
• Hydrogen Peroxide: Cleans cuts
• Clean Water: For washing

3. Tools ✂️

• Scissors: To cut bandages
• Tweezers: To remove splinters
• Safety Pins: To hold bandages
• Thermometer: To check temperature

4. Medicines 💊

• Paracetamol: For pain and fever
• Iodine: For wound treatment
• Calamine Lotion: For itches
• Pain Relief Cream: For muscle pain

5. Other Important Items 📋

• Gloves: To keep hands clean
• Torch: To see in dark
• First Aid Manual: Instructions
• Emergency Numbers: Written on paper

Items and Their Uses

Where to Keep First Aid Box

• Kitchen (high shelf)
• School sick bay
• Car
• Office
• Sports field

Remember!

• Keep First Aid Box in a safe, dry place
• Everyone should know where it is
• Check items regularly
• Replace used items

EXERCISES

1. Fill in the blanks:

1. A First Aid Box has a red _______ symbol.
2. _______ is used to cover small cuts.
3. We use _______ to cut bandages.
4. _______ kills germs in wounds.
5. _______ protects our hands.

1. True or False:

1. First Aid Box should be hidden. _______
2. Plasters cover small cuts. _______
3. We use scissors to clean wounds. _______
4. Cotton wool cleans wounds. _______
5. First Aid Box needs regular checking. _______

1. Match items to uses:
2. Circle First Aid Box items:

• Television
• Plaster
• Cotton wool
• Pencil
• Scissors
• Book
• Antiseptic
• Gloves
• Ruler
• Thermometer

1. Answer:

1. What symbol is on a First Aid Box?
2. Name 3 items in a First Aid Box.
3. What do we use to clean wounds?

1. Complete:

Uses of these items:

• Plaster: _______
• Scissors: _______
• Gloves: _______

1. Draw and Label:

Draw 3 items found in a First Aid Box:

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