How to remove splinters or ticks - Test
  • 1. What is the primary tool for removing a splinter?
A) Hammer
B) Pliers
C) Screwdriver
D) Tweezers
  • 2. What direction should you pull a splinter?
A) In a circular motion
B) Sideways
C) Along the entry path
D) Against the entry path
  • 3. What should you do before attempting to remove a splinter or tick?
A) Eat a snack
B) Ignore it
C) Wash your hands and sterilize tools
D) Watch TV
  • 4. If a splinter is deep and you can't easily remove it, what should you do?
A) See a doctor
B) Wait for it to disappear
C) Use a stronger tool
D) Keep digging deeper
  • 5. What is the primary concern when removing a tick?
A) Removing the entire tick, including the head
B) Removing the body quickly
C) Burning the tick off
D) Killing the tick first
  • 6. What tool is best for removing a tick?
A) A lighter
B) A knife
C) Fine-tipped tweezers
D) Your fingers
  • 7. How close to the skin should you grasp a tick?
A) It doesn't matter
B) As close as possible
C) An inch away
D) About half an inch away
  • 8. What motion should you use to remove a tick?
A) Jerking
B) Twisting
C) Snapping
D) Steady, even pressure
  • 9. What should you do with the tick after removal?
A) Keep it as a souvenir
B) Release it back into nature
C) Eat it
D) Dispose of it safely
  • 10. What should you do after removing a tick?
A) Apply mud
B) Cover it with a bandage immediately
C) Ignore it
D) Clean the bite area with antiseptic
  • 11. What is a common sign of infection after a splinter or tick removal?
A) No symptoms at all
B) Increased redness, swelling, or pus
C) Temporary itching
D) Feeling perfectly normal
  • 12. What type of antiseptic is suitable for cleaning the area?
A) Gasoline
B) Bleach
C) Isopropyl alcohol
D) Motor oil
  • 13. If you develop a rash after a tick bite, what should you do?
A) Ignore it
B) Apply lotion
C) Take a nap
D) See a doctor immediately
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a way to prevent tick bites?
A) Using insect repellent
B) Checking for ticks after being outdoors
C) Wearing long sleeves
D) Wearing shorts in wooded areas
  • 15. What kind of repellent should you use to deter ticks?
A) DEET
B) Water
C) Sunscreen
D) Shampoo
  • 16. What is the best way to sterilize tweezers?
A) Dish soap and water
B) Putting them in the freezer
C) Using a microwave
D) Rubbing alcohol or boiling water
  • 17. If part of a splinter remains under the skin, what should you do?
A) Dig aggressively to remove it
B) Try again with sterilized tools or see a doctor
C) Apply super glue
D) Ignore it and hope it works itself out
  • 18. Why is it important to remove a tick as soon as possible?
A) To reduce the risk of disease transmission
B) Because they are ugly
C) To save the host animal
D) Because they cause itching
  • 19. Which disease is commonly associated with tick bites?
A) Lyme disease
B) Chickenpox
C) Measles
D) The common cold
  • 20. Where are ticks commonly found?
A) In the desert
B) In Antarctica
C) In grassy and wooded areas
D) In the ocean
  • 21. What is a common symptom of Lyme disease?
A) A bullseye rash
B) Sneezing
C) A runny nose
D) A sore throat
  • 22. If you don't have tweezers, what's a safe temporary alternative for removing a splinter?
A) Fingernails
B) A dirty safety pin
C) Sterilized needle to expose enough for grasping
D) Your teeth
  • 23. What type of splinter is more likely to cause infection?
A) Plastic splinter
B) Metal splinter
C) Glass splinter
D) Wood splinter
  • 24. Why should you avoid squeezing a tick's body?
A) It will make it harder to remove
B) It will kill the tick
C) It is disrespectful to the tick
D) It can inject infected fluids into the skin
  • 25. What should you do if the tick's mouthparts break off in the skin?
A) Apply super glue to seal them in
B) Leave them in; they will dissolve
C) Ignore them
D) Try to remove them with sterilized tweezers; if unsuccessful, see a doctor.
  • 26. After splinter removal, what can help with minor discomfort?
A) Applying paint thinner
B) Applying hot sauce
C) Applying lemon juice
D) Applying antibiotic ointment
  • 27. What is the benefit of using a magnifying glass when removing a splinter?
A) It numbs the pain.
B) It attracts the splinter.
C) It sterilizes the area.
D) It provides better visibility.
  • 28. What should you consider if someone is allergic to insect bites when finding a tick?
A) Use a stronger insect repellent
B) Have them seek immediate medical attention
C) Apply ice to the area
D) Ignore the allergy and remove the tick as normal
  • 29. What is a good practice after walking through tick-prone areas?
A) Burn your clothes
B) Shower and check for ticks
C) Avoid going outside
D) Go straight to bed
  • 30. Why is petroleum jelly not recommended for tick removal?
A) It attracts more ticks
B) It can cause an allergic reaction
C) It can kill the tick instantly
D) It's ineffective and can irritate the skin
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