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What is first aid?
an immediate assistance for someone who is injured or suddenly ill
Why is simple first aid important?
it can prevent the situation from getting worse and to save lives
Mention 4 things you need to do in an emergency situation!
be calm and asses the situation, call the emergency number, move to a safer location, provide clear information to the dispatcher
What's the emergency number for ambulance, police, or dispatch?
911
Explain how to treat cuts and scrapes!
wash with soap and water, apply antiseptic ointment and cover the wound with a band aid or gauze pad
Explain how to treat burns!
cool it under running water for 10 minutes, don't use ice, and cover it with a sterile dressing
Explain how to treat nosebleed!
sit up and lean forward slightly, pinch the soft part of the nose for about 10 minutes, don't lay down or tilt your head backward
Why can't someone tilt their head backward during a nosebleed?
it can cause the blood to go down the throat
Why can't we use ice on the burn?
the sudden temperature change can damage the skin
Explain how to treat choking!
perform the Heimlich maneuver or five and five procedures
How to perform a Heimlich maneuver?
stand behind the person, place your arms around their waist, make a fist just above the belly button, press inward and upward with a quick and forceful movement
What does someone with a severe allergic reaction need to reduce the symptoms?
epinephrine injection
What are the synptoms of a severe allergic reaction?
swelling on the face or trouble breathing
Mention 3 types of allergy!
dust, pollen, medication, nuts and shellfish, latex, etc
Mention 4 signs of mild to moderate allergic reactions!
swelling of lips / face / eyes, hives or welts, tingling mouth, abdominal pain / vomiting
Explain how to treat broken bones!
keep the injured limb still, don't try to move it, use a makeshift splint using wood or rolled cardboard
