First Aid 

Prepare a PowerPoint presentation outlining how to handle a first aid situation, incorporating visual aids where possible. Where relevant, include examples of animals commonly found in or around waterways. Create a OneDrive folder for Marine Studies and save your document with an appropriate title. You will present your PowerPoint during the practical session.

Your teacher will allocate you a focus area from the list below:

• Bleeding

• Sprains, strains, and bruises

• Shock

• Breathing difficulties

• Bites

• Stings

• Hypothermia

• Hyperthermia

• Diabetes

• Anaphylaxis

• Fractures

• Spinal injury

Slide 1: Title of Presentation and Student’s Name

Slide 2: Scenario Overview
For example: "Nicole was fishing on the rocks near the ferry terminal at Stockton when she walked back up the rocks to retrieve some bait. As she moved, she felt something brush against her leg and noticed a brown tail quickly disappearing into the rocks."

Slide 3: Background on the Dangers of the Scenario
For example: "The venom of the Eastern Brown Snake ranks as the second most toxic snake venom in the world, surpassed only by that of the Inland Taipan, which is also native to Australia. Its venom contains a potent neurotoxin that targets the heart, lungs, and diaphragm, leading to paralysis and suffocation."

Slide 4: Signs and Symptoms
"Signs are observable by others, while symptoms are what the patient feels. We’ll outline both."

Slide 5: First Aid Management Procedures
"Here, we will detail the appropriate first aid steps to manage the situation effectively."

Slide 6: Actions to Avoid
For example:

• "Do not wash the bite area, as venom residue can assist in identifying the snake."

• "Do not apply a tourniquet to restrict blood flow."

• "Do not cut the wound."

• "Do not attempt to suck out the venom."

Slide 7: Essential Items for a First Aid Kit
"Here are key items that should be included in a first aid kit for treating snake bites."

Slide 8: Example of a Real Incident in Australia
"Present a news article detailing a snake bite incident that occurred in Australia."

Slide 9: Additional Relevant Information
"Provide any other important details related to the scenario or treatment that could help in managing the situation."