2026 QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS
GRADED A+
⩥ how to appropriately remove ticks. Answer: - apply ice pack
- apply anti-ich or skin protectant or take an oral antihistamine
⩥ how to appropriately remove ticks and insect stingers. Answer:
Stingers:
- remove immediately by scraping with finger nail or credit card (DON'T
use tweezers, squeeze, rub)
⩥ ways to prevent contact and allergic skin reactions. Answer: -
avoidance (know what plants look like)
- wear long pants and sleeves
- wear gloves when pulling weeds
- use a barrier product
- clean pets & clothing after potential exposure
-caution when burning plants/weeds (inhalation can cause reaction in
lungs)
⩥ measures to remove urushiol from skin to minimize reactions.
Answer: wash skin with soap & water
, moisturizer
anti-itch
cool compress (15-30 min)
oatmeal bath
⩥ comfort measures for allergic or irritant skin reactions Answer: - soak
in lukewarm or cool water (can add oatmeal for itchiness)
- apply cool compress
- apply moisturizer (soothing + barrier)
- use anti-itch medication
⩥ when to seek medical treatment for bug bites, insect stings, Answer:
experiencing an allergic reaction
bites become infected
any tick bite (reach out to get preventative treatment)
OTCs are not effective after 7 days
⩥ when to seek medical treatment for skin rashes Answer: RASH:
rash on face or genitals
signs of infection (fever, pus)
children under
rash covers large area (10-20%)