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First Aid

First aid is the provision of initial care for an illness or injury. It is usually performed by a lay person to a sick or injured casualty until definitive medical treatment can be accessed.

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How your body reacts to seal and heal a wound?

well it will get better, then it will start to itch and that's when you know it is getting better.

How rapidly can a patient recover from a craniotomy?

if the surgery has been successful, recovery is usually rapid because of the good supply of blood to the area

Are band aids harmful?

NO, they are very useful and helpful.

Why is the pulse weak at first in a faint?

This indicates that the fainting was due to low blood pressure. I would watch the glucosamine levels in the blood.

An elderly male with Dementia has leg ulcers wont stop scratchingand pulling off his bandages Are there any btter dressings or scratch mits on the Market?

If you place cotton mittens preferably white (to avoid dye) on the pt, and add a ribbon by cutting small slits thru the wrist band at the top of the mitten and tie it looslely closed( prevents the person from removing them) this will allow freedom of movement and helps prevent them from scratching. Also, you might try a pair of long white cotton tube socks, just place them over their hands up to the upper arm above the elbow with their shirt over the socks.this prevents the hands from scratching but allow the freedom of movement. Other wise you might try google under " posey mitts" however, these are usually very expensive and restrict the movement of the individual.

Can dye sensitivity be so associated?

Coloring that is added to food can cause allergies in certain individuals. Dye sensitivities can present as hyperactivity in children, gastrointestinal issues, wheezing, and anaphalytic shock.

How do you get rid of pain from a finger thatvgot slammed in a door?

If your finger or any part of the body suffers from pain due to a minor injury (only in case there is no wound but just swelling and pain and no fracture) then you can follow the following method: warm oil in a pan but do not over heat it, then put some onion and warm them up as well but do not allow them to become red then add a little amount of turmeric to it. Apply this to the area which is paining. This will surely reduce the pain and give relief.

What are the advantages of using a pharyngeal airway?

A nasopharyngeal airway is used when you don't want to intubate the victim. Sometimes all you need is that open airway.

What would doctors do if you fractured your ankle 2 years ago and never did anything for it and it still bothers you?

They would probably do surgery if it didn't heal properly. There may be more damage to it because you never did anything for it. They would either put anchors in it or put some type of metal in your ankle to reconnect the two bones.

What are the two meanings of wound?

wound means when you have hurt yourself (injury).

What is the first aid for a spasm of the muscles?

Muscle spasms are typically seen in heat cramps, when exercising on hot days and you are not used to it. In that case, drink a fluid with sodium and other electrolytes such as Gatorade (preferably dilute regular Gatorade with half water, or use G2).

For chronic spasms, heat pads may be beneficial to relax the muscle. Talk to your doctor if it gets severe, muscle relaxers may be prescribed, or they may be able to identify underlying conditions.

Is it bad to wrap a burned wrist tightly?

Yes, wrapping a burned wrist tightly will cause problems with circulation when the burned area inevitably swells.

Is it dangerous to touch gasoline what do you do if you get some on your skin?

It is not really dangerous, just irritating. It may sting after a while and if you are sensitive to it, you may get a red sort of rash something like mild sun burn. Washing with soap and water should take care of it. You may notice a lingering smell of gas even after several washings. This will fade after a while.

Why is it important to control wound infection?

If we don't control the infection in a wound, then the wound can get worse, we could develop blood poisoning, and we could ultimately die.

Can a first aider use saline?

Yes; medical saline is very useful for cleaning wounds without causing more damage. Don't make your own though; if you don't have any just use regular water, the cleaner the better.

Can you use new skin liquid bandage on an eraser burn?

Yes, "New Skin" is designed to be used on minor injuries like small cuts and burns. If the area is larger, I'd recommend something like Neosporin ointment and a bandage instead, though.

3 week old 2nd degree burn does aloe vera prevent scars?

Not exactly, it'll help speed up healing. Dab on a small amount daily. This prevents redness and swelling. Then, dab some vitamin E to the wound after it has closed. After the wound has healed, buy some scar serum at the store. They have many kinds. Chances are, if there is a scar, it will lighten as the years go by.

How much water should a casualty drink to treat heat cramps?

You should drink at least 16 to 32 ounces of water to treat heat cramps. This water will help cool the body down enough to let the cramps subside.

What do you do if you get too much sunburn?

First, do something to heal the wounds. Cover them if you are exposed ot the sun again, to prevent them from getting worse. There are creams and lotions made to help heal sunburns, too. If it is very severe, go to the doctors. They can help with more proactive treatments to help prevent future problems. For the pain, you could try an oer-the-counter pain killer to help ease it up a little but, too.

In comparing a parallel artery and vein you would find that?

The artery lumen is smaller

the arterial wall is thicker

the arterial pressure is much higher

the arterial compliance is much lesser

How would applying ice to a wounded area to reduce blood flow to the area affect the inflammatory response?

Cold causes things to slow down. Applying ice reduces the amount of blood in an area of the skin, causing less swelling.