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2.3 FirstAid
2.3 FirstAid
2.3 FirstAid
It can come from a member of the family, a friend, or a stranger who happens to be on the spot, but the help they give can literally mean the difference between life and death.
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6. "If someone has swallowed a poison you should make them sick." If you make someone sick by putting your fingers in their mouth, the vomit may block the airway. 7. "If you perform CPR on someone who has a pulse you can damage the heart." The evidence is that it isnt dangerous to do chest compressions on a casualty with a pulse
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DR. ABC
First aid has a framework - the letters "DR ABC" provide a checklist for every emergency. They are worth remembering. This is how they are used:
D is for Danger Check carefully before going to the assistance of a casualty that it is safe for you - and them - to be there. There may be fast-moving traffic, a chemical spill, or other hazardous material to contend with. R is for Response When you first arrive at the casualtys side, you can check all sorts of things about her condition simply by asking "Are you all right?". If she can answer, you have established that she is conscious, breathing and that her heart is working. If she doesnt answer, move on to:
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First aid has a framework - the letters "DR ABC" provide a checklist for every emergency. They are worth remembering. This is how they are used:
A is for Airway This means establishing an open airway, which is done very simply by tilting the forehead back so that the casualty can breathe easily. B is for Breathing This means checking that the casualty is breathing by listening, looking and feeling for breath. C is for Circulation For this, you apply simple visual checks that the casualtys blood is circulating adequately, by watching for improved colour, for coughing or eye movement.
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Anaphylactic Shock
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Anaphylactic Shock
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Anaphylactic Shock
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Bites
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Bites
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Bites
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Bleeding
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Bleeding
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Bleeding
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Choking (Child)
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Choking (Child)
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Choking (Child)
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Choking (Child)
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Choking (Child)
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Electrocution
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Electrocution
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Electrocution
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Eye Injury
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Eye Injury
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Eye Injury
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Eye Injury
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Opening an Airway
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Opening an Airway
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Opening an Airway
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Rescue Breaths
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Rescue Breaths
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Rescue Breaths
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Rescue Breaths
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Rescue Breaths
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Shock
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Shock
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Shock
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Shock
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Stings
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Stings
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Stings
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Recovery Position
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Recovery Position
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Recovery Position
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Recovery Position
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Recovery Position
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Choose containers for your kits that are roomy, durable, easy to carry, and simple to open. Plastic tackle boxes or containers for storing art supplies are ideal, since they're lightweight, have handles, and offer a lot of space.
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Include the following in each of your first-aid kits: first-aid manual sterile gauze adhesive tape adhesive bandages in several sizes elastic bandage antiseptic wipes soap antibiotic cream (triple-antibiotic ointment) antiseptic solution (like hydrogen peroxide) hydrocortisone cream (1%) acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) and ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin) extra prescription medications (if the family is going on vacation)
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Include the following in each of your first-aid kits: tweezers sharp scissors safety pins disposable instant cold packs calamine lotion alcohol wipes or ethyl alcohol thermometer plastic gloves (at least 2 pairs) flashlight and extra batteries mouthpiece for administering CPR (can be obtained from your local Red Cross) your list of emergency phone numbers blanket (stored nearby)
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After you've stocked your first-aid kits: Read the entire first-aid manual so you'll understand how to use the contents of your kits. (If your children are old enough to understand, review the manuals with them as well.) Store first-aid kits in places that are out of children's reach but easily accessible for adults. Check the kits regularly. Replace missing items or medicines that may have expired
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Essential Skills
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Essential Skills
Accident Scene
Heart Attack Poisoning Electrocution
Drowning
Spinal Injury
Choking Bleeding
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Essential Skills
Choking in Children
Suspected Fractures
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The End
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