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Bumps and bruises

Life Skills · First aid for kids · ages 5-10
Name ______________________   Date ____________

  1. What can help a sore bruise feel better?

    • Something cold wrapped in a cloth
    • Something hot
    • Ignoring it completely

  2. You should put ice straight onto your skin.

    Circle one:   True   False

  3. A bruise can change color, like turning purple or blue.

    Circle one:   True   False

  4. You banged your knee. What is a good first step?

    • Tell a grown-up and rest it
    • Keep running fast
    • Hide it and say nothing

  5. Why do we wrap an ice pack in a cloth?

    • So it does not hurt the skin
    • So it looks nice
    • So it melts faster

  6. A bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel can work like a cold pack.

    Circle one:   True   False

  7. You bumped your head and it hurts a lot. What should you do?

    • Tell a grown-up right away
    • Keep it a secret
    • Shake your head hard
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Answer key

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  1. Something cold wrapped in a cloth · Something cold, wrapped in a cloth, helps a bruise feel better.
  2. False · Always wrap the cold thing in a cloth first, so it does not hurt your skin.
  3. True · Bruises often change color as they heal.
  4. Tell a grown-up and rest it · Telling a grown-up and resting the sore spot helps it heal.
  5. So it does not hurt the skin · A cloth keeps the cold from hurting your skin.
  6. True · Wrapped in a towel, frozen peas make a soft, cold pack.
  7. Tell a grown-up right away · A head bump should always be checked by a grown-up.
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