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Glossary

• Splint : A support used to keep the fractured bone in place.

• Ice pack : Ice in a piece of cloth.
• Toxic : Poisonous substances, harmful to the body.
• Tetanus : A disease which is caused by germs.

• Extinguish : To put off fire.
• Sterilize : To make something free from germs.

• Antiseptic : Chemical applied to wounds to kill the germs.
• Inflammation : Swelling of the affected part.

Practise Time

A. Tick the correct option.

1. Cold drinks and juicy fruits should be given in case of ______________.
a. insect bite b. sprain
c. burns d. nose bleeding

2. A ______________ is used to keep the fractured bone in place.
a. stone b. cotton

c. splint d. cream
3. What should be avoided in case of sprain?

a. Ice packs b. Rest
c. Movement d. Drinking milk

4. Which among the following is not safe?
a. Using a safety belt while travelling in a car.
b. Turning off the gas regulator when there is a gas leakage in the house.

c. Throwing burning match sticks on the floor.
d. Washing hands before eating.

5. Which of the following is used to stop the flow of blood?
a. Ice pack b. Sling
c. Gauze padding d. Splint

B. Fill in the blanks.
1. Avoid wearing ______________ clothes while working in the kitchen or while bursting
crackers.
2. If there is a gas leak, turn ______________ the gas regulator.

3. Fire caused by petrol should be put out by throwing ______________.

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