Definitions [4]
Define.
First aid
The primary help offered to the victims of disasters before actual medical treatment is available is known as first aid.
Definition: First Aid
The immediate and temporary care given to an injured or ill person before proper medical treatment is called first aid.
Define antibiotic.
- Carbon compounds obtained from some bacteria and fungi for destroying or preventing the growth of harmful micro-organisms are called ‘Antibiotics’.
- Examples of antibiotics: Penicillin, ampicillin,
Definition: Antibiotics
Carbon compounds obtained from certain bacteria and fungi that destroy or inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms and are used in the treatment of infectious diseases is called antibiotics.
Key Points
Key Points: First Aid and Emergency Action
| Term | Meaning | Purpose | Example / Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid | Immediate care given before medical help | To save life and prevent condition from worsening | Treating cuts, burns, snake bite |
| Emergency Action | Quick steps taken during accidents or disasters | To reduce loss of life and property | Rescue, evacuation, calling help |
| Safety Signs | Warning symbols indicating danger | To prevent accidents | Electric shock sign, fire sign |
| First Aid Kit | Box of essential first aid materials | To provide quick medical help | Bandages, antiseptic, scissors |
Important Questions [11]
- Penicillin Obtained from a Fungus is
- Give appropriate biological/technical terms for the following: The mild chemical substance which when applied on the body kills germs.
- Give appropriate biological/technical terms for the following: The antiseptic substance in tears.
- Rewrite the Correct Form of the Statement: Formalin is an Example of an Antiseptic
- Rewrite the correct form of the statement: Sulphadiazine is an example of an Antiseptic.
- The Antibiotic Penicillin is Obtained from
- Differentiate Between Disinfectant and Antiseptic (Definition)
- Name the Disease for Which the Following Types of Vaccines Are Given: Salk’S Vaccine
- Name the Disease for Which the Following Types of Vaccines Are Given: Bcg
- Give One Example Of An Antibiotic
- Expand the Following Biological Abbreviations: DPT
