Physical Education and Health Vocabulary Flashcards

A collection of vocabulary flashcards related to hiking, mountaineering, backpacking, and first aid techniques.

Hiking

Long hours of walking on trails, easy and does not require climbing skills and equipment.

Backpacking

An outdoor recreation where gear is carried in a backpack, ranging from one night to weeks or months.

Trekking

Similar to hiking but generally lasts for two days or more and may involve tougher terrains.

Mountaineering

The sport of mountain climbing that requires high technical skills and fitness level.

Altitude sickness

Negative health effects of high altitude, caused by rapid exposure to low amounts of oxygen.

Rock-craft

Involves routes over rocky slopes and dealing with avalanches; suited for amateur climbers.

Snow-Craft

Involves routes with glaciers and the understanding of snow and ice conditions; much more dangerous.

Mixed Climbing

Combines rocky and icy routes, integrating skills from both rock-craft and snow-craft.

Mt. Apo

The highest mountain in the Philippines

Mt. Dulang-Dulang

Second highest mountain in the Philippines

Mt. Pulag

Highest Mountain in Luzon

Mt. Kitanglad

Trails here are challenging but offer beautiful views and rich biodiversity that make your journey all worth it

Mt. Kalatungan

It is classified as a potentially active volcano and is considered as one of the most challenging Philippines mountains to hike

Mt. Tabayoc

Second highest mountain in Luzon

Mt. Piapayungan

To this day, it remains to be one of Mindanao’s most elusive peaks

Mt. Ragang

It is the highest point in Lanao Del Sur

Mt. Maagnaw

Third highest peak in the Kitanglad range

Mt. Timbak

at the summit, there are three crosses in what is dubbed as “mini-Calvary”

Bandage

Used to hold a dressing in place, create pressure over a bleeding wound, secure a splint, or provide support.

Triangular bandage

Used as an arm sling or a pad to control bleeding, and to immobilize injuries.

Gauze bandage

A thin, woven, breathable fabric bandage used to secure dressings or placed over wounds.

Adhesive bandage

A sterile compress affixed to a pressure-sensitive adhesive fabric or film.

Elastic bandage

A stretchable bandage used to create localized pressure.

Cravat bandage

Used for bandaging wounds, immobilization of fractures, and as a support sling.

Knot tying

A simple mechanical skill that takes practice and repetition to master.

Square knot

A basic type of end knot, used commonly in various applications.

Overhand knot

The simplest type of knot.

Figure eight knot

One of the strongest knots that forms a secure, non-slip loop at the end of a rope.

Sheepshank

A simple knot useful for temporarily shortening a rope.

Slip knot

A stopper knot that can be easily undone by pulling the tail.

Bowline

Forms a loop that does not slip; often used as a rescue knot.

Clove hitch

Used to temporarily fasten a rope to objects like a tree trunk or spar.

Timber hitch

Used to attach a length of rope to a cylindrical object and can be easily untied after loading.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

The mildest form of altitude sickness due to low oxygen levels at high elevation.

Technical skills

Skills needed for challenging activities like mountaineering, including rope techniques and navigation.

SPARTAN camps

Basic camping configurations with fewer amenities than traditional car or boat sites.

First aid

Immediate care given to a person who has been injured, involving simple bandaging techniques.

Pulley systems

Mechanical setups often used in climbing to assist in hoisting or securing objects.

Summit

The highest point of a mountain.

Outdoor recreation

Activities conducted outside for enjoyment and entertainment, like hiking and climbing.