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