What is the best first aide fro frostbite?

Answer 1

Gently re-warm the frostbitten extremity in luke-warm water (approx. 94F). As the extremity may be numb, be very careful about using warm and not hot water. Do NOT warm the extremity if there is a change it will re-freeze (e.g. you are still in an exposed position). Also, be advised that, if circulation returns, the results are quite painful. If possible, be prepared to treat for pain. Subsequent blackening of the exposed tissue indicates potential of necrosis, which may require amputation. Note that the idea of rubbing the frostbitten area with snow is purely a wive's tale and invariably will do more harm.

Answer 2

• Get out of the cold.
• Warm your hands by tucking them under your arms. If your nose, ears or face is frostbitten, warm the area by covering it with dry, gloved hands.
• Don't rub the affected area. Never rub snow on frostbitten skin.
• Don't walk on frostbitten feet or toes if possible.
• If there's any chance the affected areas will freeze again, don't thaw them out. If they're already thawed out, wrap them up so that they don't become frozen again.
• Get emergency medical help if numbness remains during warming. If you can't get help immediately, warm severely frostbitten hands or feet in warm - not hot - water. You can warm other frostbitten areas, such as your nose, cheeks or ears, by covering them with your warm hands or by applying warm cloths.

Answer 3

• Protect your skin from further exposure. If you're outside, warm frostbitten hands by tucking them into your armpits. Protect your face, nose or ears by covering the area with dry, gloved hands. Don't rub the affected area and never rub snow on frostbitten skin.
• Get out of the cold. Once you're indoors, remove wet clothes.
• Gradually warm frostbitten areas. Put frostbitten hands or feet in warm water --- 104 to 107.6 F (40 to 42 C). Wrap or cover other areas in a warm blanket. Don't use direct heat, such as a stove, heat lamp, fireplace or heating pad, because these can cause burns before you feel them on your numb skin.
• Don't walk on frostbitten feet or toes if possible. This further damages the tissue.
• If there's any chance the affected areas will freeze again, don't thaw them. If they're already thawed, wrap them up so that they don't become frozen again.
• Get emergency medical help. If numbness or sustained pain remains during warming or if blisters develop, seek medical attention.

Answer 4

i know the right answer i am a scout! the best way if you are near a house wash with lukewarm water if not in civilliased area all you can go is cover area with your hands!

Answer 5

You want to move the victim to a warm area indoors. You also want to warm up the frostbitten area SLOWLY. You do not want to warm the area too fast.