first aid badge

Emergency skills patch

A first aid badge is an emblem awarded to scouts, guides, or similar youth organization members who demonstrate basic emergency medical skills—treating wounds, performing CPR, responding to choking.

The badge typically features a red cross or similar medical symbol.

She earned her first aid badge at summer camp.

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  • scoutOne who reconnoiters
  • patchMaterial covering damage
  • bandageWound covering strip
  • CPREmergency revival technique

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