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