First Aid

It's difficult to answer these questions without more history -- was the person outside on a sunny, humid day? Insects nearby? Just finished a dinner of shrimp and peanuts? How long have the symptoms existed and are they stable, increasing, or diminishing? That said, I'd first assume this is anaphylactic shock and concern myself with airway issues. The wheezing (bronchospasms resultant from anaphylaxis), hives, and vasodilation are a result of a histamine release into the patient's system. In a first aid context I'd call for emergency evac instantly. If I had meds with me and was licensed and knowledgeable in their use, I'd likely look towards IV or IM diphenhydramine (IV 25-50mg, IM 75mg-100mg), and stand by with the epinephrine. I'd also watch to see if I needed to place an airway before (and if) swelling of the victim's throat made this problematical later, when swelling increased. I'd start O2 mask at 10LPM. If you have a nebulizer available, albuterol can also be used to relieve bronchospasm. IM or subcutaneous Brethine (terbutaline) can be used as well. If the patient is truly shocky (as suggested by rapid and thready pulse), I would place at least one large bore IV and begin fluid resuscitation en route to the hospital, if available. Frequent re-assessment of the airway is a must. If any airway compromise is evident (such as excessive swelling of the mouth or throat, decreased oxygen saturation, or by patient signs of confusion or decreased level of consciousness) I would not hesitate to intubate immediately, before the chance is lost. Repeat doses of epinephrine can be given if needed, either IV or IM. Getting to the hospital as soon as possible is also high priority.

If you are asking this, you shouldn't even consider trying to do it. It is a highly advanced procedure, with serious risks of pneumothorax leading to lung collapse, cardiogenic shock and sepsis. You need a CXR post-tap to check that you have not invaded any other tissue or inadvertently caused a pneumothorax, check breath sounds and chest expansion bilaterally after for the same reason and it needs to be replaced ASAP with a sterile, sutured drain. Of course, it would ideally be done under full sterile conditions with gowns, drapes and gloves.

I cant speak on experience, but I would guess a flashlight, a handheld radio, extra batteries... directions in case of emergency....

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Chapter 9 Medical Terminology proves UREA is the major waste product of protein metabolism.

SABC: you use the three-man lift procedure to place the victim on to the litter

improves circulation in the area rmoving chemical mediators

They are removed in two to three days

First, make sure that the graze is clean. Sterile saline to rinse it, put Vitamin E on it for a day or so.

You should always take spinal precautions for dive injuries.

Several people may be needed to keep the person floating on the surface, with one person at the head to maintain cervical spine position.

If a long spine board is available, it should be put in the water and moved underneath the patient. If there is not a long spine board available, leave the patient in the water until emergency crews can get there, unless there is a problem with the airway, breathing, or circulation (cardiopulmonary arrest).

The long spine board should float and hold the patient above the water. If it is not floating, there may be a hole in it from rough handling, so a different board should be used. Secure the patient to the board and get a cervical collar on before extricating from the water.

Rapid Transport Category (get 'em to the hospital quick!)

If you mean the white part of your eye (the sclera) has become red, it's likely the doctor will do nothing and tell you to do the same, as the condition will heal over a short time. If you actually DO mean blood behind the pupil, in the vitreous humor, aqueous humor or on the retinal surface, the potential for serious, possibly permanent damage exists, and you should seek medical care immediately -- right now. You are reminded that advice from non-professionals over the Internet is no substitute for professional medical advice.

you may have moved whilst sleeping that put you into a position that restriced your breathing. This is called positional asphixia

Icepack the finger, 10 minutes packed; ten minutes free. You can also take NSAIDS -- NOn-Steroidal Anti-Inflamatory Drugs like aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to reduce pain and swelling. Carry the extremity above the level of the heart to keep swelling down. If you think the finger may be broken, head for a hospital and get it xrayed. Do not pull on the finger. If moving it hurts -- stop moving it. There's no way in the field to tell for certain if it's broken or sprained (unless you can see the break). So leave the finger immobile.

Iodoform gause usually comes in 1/4" to 1" wide strips in a bottle. First, you must clean the wound with regular saline. Using clean tweezers, pull strip out of bottle, and using sterile cotton tipped applicators, begin inserting the iodoform gauze strip into the wound. You do not want to pack it too tightly. Pack just enough to readh the top of the wound. The purpose of this is to let the wound heal from the inside out. Once packed, cover with dressing and wrap with Kerlix or ace wrap.

The first thing you want to do is not to squeeze it. A boil is an infection - usually of a hair follicle. Squeezing it may make it worse. Moist heat or soaks applied several times a day will usually make the boil come to a "point" and drain spontaneously. If it does not come to a "point," you should see your physician about it as you may need to have it drained surgically as it may have become an abscess - a collection of pus beneath the skin. This is especially so if you develop any other signs of infection, such as fever, chills, or weakness and malaise.

During an epileptic seizure a person can have convulsions. There are different types of seizures, not all involve convulsions.

I heard that if you cover yourself with salad cream then i cant sting you! I don't know if this is true as i have never tried it so i wouldn't recommend it! lol =D

Depends on the type of eye injury and if there is a possible spinal injury. If there is a foreign object stuck or impaled in the eye, put a paper cup over it and secure it to the patients head. Dont try to remove it. If the patient could have a spinal injury, move them as little as possible.

I'm not sure but i think they do. i mean they look so smal n the outside but on the inside they can carry a large amount things. so it must be someone trained in designing the people who design first aid kits. i mean seriously, the design is brilliant!

Do not stick anything into your ear, if you have a ruptured eardrum. This can cause damage or promote a serious infection.

This will depend on how old you are, what you burnt yourself with and how bad the burn was.

The elderly heal very well because their skin regenerates at a much slower rate. In younger people, the body moves so fast the regenerate that it doesn't take time to match the pattern of the skin, thus a scar is formed.

Hope this helps :D

laboured or no signs of breathing/Choking.

Each time you sprain your ankle you pull or completely tear a ligament in your ankle. So basicaly everytime you sprain your ankle it is getting weaker and weaker each time!