What is the first step when administering first aid?

Answer 1

That depends on what's wrong. You should not administer first aid if you don't know what you're doing. If you would like to learn, the American Red Cross gives first aid instruction at a reasonable cost.

Answer 2

First step in administering first aid would be to access the issue; if an ambulance is needed then call 911. Then follows a bit of common sense;

-Always be sanitary

-Stop any bleeding

-Clean and cover wounds

**Proper first aid varies according to injury.

Answer 3

When there is a wound or cut involved, the following actions is usually the methods used------

1. Get a napkin, tissue, etc. and put pressure on the wound/cut unless you are near a faucet.
2. Wash out the wound/cut by gently wetting it, to keep bacteria away.
3. If the wound/cut is still bleeding, apply more pressure.
4. After wound/cut is cleaned with water, gently pat dry with towel, tissue, napkin, etc.
5. Apply an antibacterial creme or a creme that prevents infection.
6. Put a bandaid over wound/cut. If a bandaid is not available, wrap a piece of cloth around wound/cut and gently apply pressure.

Answer 4

Treatment for a minor injury can vary depending on the type and location of the injury. Try looking at http://www.stjohn.org.nz/First-Aid/First-Aid-Library/ for further information.

IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL.