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Answer the following.
With regard to First Aid, what does RICE stand for?
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AIRICE is the first aid method for soft-tissue injuries such as sprains and strains:
1. R - Rest: the injured part is kept at rest to prevent further damage.
2. I - Ice: an ice pack is applied to reduce pain and swelling.
3. C - Compression: the part is bandaged firmly to limit swelling.
4. E - Elevation: the part is raised above the level of the heart to reduce swelling.
From ISC 2020 Physical Education Paper 1, question 7(b).