Class 5 Science - Safety and First Aid - CBSE Worksheets - 2

Q1: True or False

(i) In case of severe burns with blisters, it is important to burst the blisters to release fluid.

(ii) It is safe to play with electrical outlets and plugs if your hands are dry.

(iii) In the event of a nosebleed, tilt your head back to stop the bleeding.

(iv) If someone is choking, you should perform the Heimlich manoeuvre immediately.

(v) It is necessary to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or skateboard.

(vi) When using a knife, it is best to cut away from your body.

(vii) If you find a broken glass on the floor, you should pick it up with your bare hands.

(viii) If someone is experiencing a seizure, you should restrain them to prevent movement.

(ix) It is safe to mix different cleaning chemicals together to increase their effectiveness.

(x) If someone is bitten by a venomous snake, apply a tourniquet above the bite area to prevent the venom from spreading.

Q2: Match the Following

Match the correct first aid item with its corresponding use.

Q3: Arrange in the Correct Order

(ii) First Aid for a Minor Burn
(a) Apply ice to the burn immediately.
(b) Run cold water over the burn for at least 10 minutes.
(c) Pop any blisters that form.
(d) Cover the burn with a sterile non-stick bandage.

(iii) First Aid for Choking
(a) Perform the Heimlich maneuver.
(b) Call for emergency help if the person cannot breathe or speak.
(c) Encourage the person to drink water.
(d) Pat the person's back forcefully.

(iv) First Aid for a Snake Bite
(a) Apply a tourniquet above the bite area.
(b) Keep the bitten limb elevated.
(c) Wash the bite area with soap and water.
(d) Seek immediate medical attention.

(v) First Aid for Cuts and Scrapes
(a) Apply a bandage to the wound.
(b) Clean the wound with antiseptic wipes.
(c) Use tweezers to remove any debris from the wound.
(d) Elevate the injured limb.

Q4: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(ii) When should you apply tincture of iodine to a wound?
(a) Before washing the wound with water.
(b) After washing the wound with water.
(c) Only if the wound is deep.
(d) Never, as it can be harmful.

(iii) What is the recommended first aid for an animal bite, such as from a dog?
(a) Apply ice immediately.
(b) Wash with soap and water and apply an antiseptic lotion.
(c) Apply a paste of baking soda.
(d) Take the patient to the hospital for stitches.

(iv) How should you provide support for a suspected fractured hand?
(a) Use a cloth sling.
(b) Apply ice to reduce swelling.
(c) Move the hand gently to prevent stiffness.
(d) Tie a tourniquet above the hand to stop blood flow.

(v) What should you do when experiencing a nosebleed according to the first aid instructions?
(a) Blow your nose vigorously.
(b) Apply pressure to the back of the neck.
(c) Breathe through your nose.
(d) Sit upright with your head held back and arms folded above the head.

Q5: Short Answer Questions

(i) What is the main aim of first aid?

(ii) What should we do when a cut is deep and bleeding?

(iii) What is a tourniquet?

(iv) What do you mean by a fracture? What first aid should be given to the victim of a fracture?

(v) Suggest the first aid to be given for nose bleeding.

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