Article: Being away from school on a field trip also means you're away from the school nurse and may be in a location away from quick medical treatment, so it's important that you have a basic first aid kit handy. Store the kit somewhere on the bus or your vehicle where you can quickly access it such as under a seat or in the glove compartment. You can find first aid kits at pharmacies, medical supply stores, and online. Build your own first aid kit that you can bring with you in case there's an accident or injury on the field trip. Handing out nametags to the students on the field trip will help other teachers, chaperones, and the staff at the destination identify them. Before you arrive at the destination, hand out blank name tags and have the students write their names, or write their names for them and paste the name tag on their chest so they're visible. You may want to put your cellphone or the name of the school on the name tag as well in case one of the students wanders off. Keep any permission documents together in a folder so you can easily access and search through them if you need them. If you need to produce the documents or confirm that it was signed and completed, keeping them in 1 location will make it easier for you to locate them. Keep any allergy or medical information that may be needed in the folder as well. If you plan to distribute informational handouts or written assignments for students to use on the field trip, keep them collected in one location so you can access them and keep them organized. Store them in a folder in your bag so you can distribute them on the field trip. Keep your phone with you in case you need to contact a parent or another teacher or chaperone. You can also use your phone to take pictures while you're on the trip. Bring a phone charger just in case you need to recharge your battery. Make sure you have permission to take photos of the students or the destination before you take any. If your charger needs an outlet plug, be sure to bring one as well. Bring a few extra pens, pencils, notebooks, paper, or any other supplies you'll need to use on the field trip. In the event that a student loses or forgets to bring something, you'll have them covered. Have copies of any documents the students need on the trip so you can give them one if they lose or damage theirs. Bring paper towels, tissues, trash bags, wet wipes, and hand sanitizer so you can clean up messes on the field trip. Keep them in a bag or on the bus or vehicle so you can easily access them if you need to use them. You may also want to bring a pair of disposable gloves to keep your hands clean. Peppermints can help prevent motion sickness if you or any of the students feel ill during the drive.
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Keep a first aid kit on the bus or vehicle so you can access it. Give the students name tags so you can identify them. Place all of the signed waivers and permission slips in a folder. Fill a folder with any handouts or assignments for the students. Bring your cellphone and a charger. Pack extra school supplies in case a student needs them. Have cleaning supplies handy in case you need them.
Article: One of the keys to a veg-out day is to have some of your favorite snacks on hand. Pick whatever you like, from chips and dips to ice cream. If you prefer, try ordering a pizza. Most people associate having a drink with relaxing, and certainly having a drink or two isn't going to hurt. Open up a bottle of your favorite chardonnay, and enjoy a glass or two if you'd like. Don't overdo it, though. You don't want to ruin the effects of a relaxing day by having a hangover the next morning. If you don't drink, don't worry. Try coffee, tea, or hot chocolate instead of the alcohol. It can be just as comforting, especially if you treat yourself to something you don't normally drink. One good way to relax at home is to have a marathon of your favorite movies or television shows. Make sure you have them available before you start your day. You can try streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu. Don't be afraid to pull out a sad movie. Sometimes, having a good cry over a movie can help you deal with the reality of what's going on in your life. If movies aren't your thing, get yourself a new book that you know you'll love. Curl up with it all day under a warm blanket. You don't need to buy a book. Borrow one from a friend, or check one out from the library. In fact, you can check out digital books from most libraries if you have an e-reader.
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Get some tasty snacks. Have a glass of wine. Try a cozy beverage. Pick some movies or television shows to watch. Curl up with a good book.
Article: Let cool water run over your skinned knee, or pour it over it. Do this long enough to make sure that the water has flowed over the entire area, and washed away any loose dirt and/or debris. Use antibacterial soap and water to clean around the wound, but try not to get soap in the wound itself, as this can cause irritation. This will help to wash away bacteria and keep away infection. Hydrogen peroxide and iodine were traditionally used to disinfect skin wounds, such as a skinned knee. However, hydrogen peroxide and iodine can actually damage living cells, so medical professionals now advise that you should not apply them to a wound. If anything is stuck in the wound, like dirt, sand, splinters, etc., use tweezers to carefully remove this material. First clean and sterilize the tweezers by rubbing them with a cotton ball or gauze soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Rinse with cool water once the debris is removed. If dirt or other material is lodged so deep in the wound that you cannot get it out, contact a doctor. Once you have rinsed and washed the skinned knee, gently use a clean cloth or towel to dry the area. Patting rather than rubbing it dry will help you avoid unnecessary pain. This can deter infection and help the wound as it heals. There are numerous types of antibiotic creams and ointments, containing different active ingredients or combinations (bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin, for example). Always carefully follow the directions provided with your cream regarding the amount to use and method of application. Some creams have mild analgesics incorporated as pain relief. Some ointments and creams may cause an allergic reaction in some people. If you notice redness, itching, swelling, etc. after using one of these products, stop using it and try another one with a different active ingredient. Make sure to cover your skinned knee with a bandage, to protect it from dirt, infection, and irritation from clothing during the time it needs to heal. You can use an adhesive bandage, or sterile gauze held in place with tape or an elastic band.
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Rinse the wound. Wash the wound. Remove any debris. Gently pat dry. Apply an antibiotic cream, especially if the wound was dirty. Cover the wound.