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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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What is the treatment for Small amounts of bleach ingestion?
Bleach is nasty stuff, and really calls for an ER visit, especially as it's horrendously hard to treat in the field. Even a little will cause damage. Bleach, being an alkaline corrosive, will certainly do damage to all the mucous membranes it touches (this includes the esophagus, mouth, stomach, etc.) until it neutralizes. Acid neutralizes bleach -- BUT -- the combination of acid and bleach causes an exothermic reaction (they get hot), and so we can now add chemical burns to the situation -- or better, don't do this. SO... # The most important thing to do is maintain the airway, so the patient can breath. This may require a trach or a crichothyrotomy may be required (beyond most first aid capability). # Do NOT incude emesis (vomiting). It'll burn on the way back up the same way it burned on the way down. # Do NOT give liquids -- they can induce emesis. # Do NOT give an acid solution -- remember that exotherm! The only treatment I know of is: * IF you know it's solid bleach and.... * IF you know the patient injested it less than 30 minutes ago (a lot less hopefullly). * THEN -- you can give them some water or milk, in order to wash any flecks left in the esophagus down to the stomach, which is marginally bettter prepared to handle this. If you know someone who drank a small amount of bleach and made it, tell them they're lucky and not to do it again. P.S. -- in hospitals, a psyche consult is often called in for this, depending on the age of the victim.
How do you counter effect of bleach consumption?
You don't spend time on here. You call 911, the Poison Control Center or your doctor - immediately. Pick whichever one will get you help the fastest.
Please get this dog to a Vet asap. What you've described can be parasites, an allergy, a bacterial or viral infection, or rather a long list of other things. Dogs don't display pain even though they experience it. You've described a condition that is becoming more acute. Please get a pro to look into this right now. Can't fix this one over the Internet.
How can you give water to the thirsty?
Give water to drink. You may give small quantities in installments if that is necessary.
What are the steps for preventing or treating shock?
In the context of hypovolemic shock, the acronym W.A.R.R.R is used as a guide for treating shock. As with all medical symptoms, it is vital the cause of the problem is treated. For example, as well as treating for shock, any open wounds contributing to, or worsening the condition should be evaluated and treated promptly.
Urgent medical attention should be sought for any patients suspected to be suffering from hypovolemic shock.
Warmth - Ensure the patient is kept comfortable and warm.
Air - An adequate ventilation of air should be maintained.
Rest - Rest the patient and do not engage in any physical activity.
Reassure - Reassure the patient continuously and keep them up to date on their condition.
Raise Legs - Raising the legs will ensure the blood is focused on the vital organs instead of the lower extremities. While this intervention has been questioned many times, doctors have now concluded it could be potentially life-saving.
What is the first aid treatment for hanging?
Assuming the patient is still alive; treat the same as you would any spinal injury, Assess ABCs, high flow oxygen, and spinal immobilization.
What is the sticky stuff on a Band-Aid?
the sticky stuff on a band aid is made of elements that you can find on the periodic table of elements. search for it. it will give you something to do!
What is used to immobilize the extremely after a fracture has been splinted and a sling applied?
Most often a cast or a boot is used.
Is there an alternative for gauze pads?
Low-adherence dressings (e.g. Mepitel®, Jelonet®) are used as interface layers and secondary absorbent dressings. They vary from impregnated cotton or viscose fibres to fenestrated silicone dressings, and help to make dressing changes less painful.Vapour-permeable films and membranes (e.g. Opsite®, Tegaderm®) allow the passage of water vapour and oxygen, but not water or microorganisms. They are commonly used to cover acute surgical wounds, but are not suitable for heavily exuding wounds.Odour-absorbent dressings (e.g. Carboflex®, Lyofoam C®) contain activated charcoal to neutralise odours. They are used mainly in the chronic setting for malodorous infected or fungating wounds.Hope this helps!
Do wound wipes-antiseptic expire?
They tend to dry out over time. Provided they are still sealed, they can be considered as sterile.
What should you do if your infant eats part of a cigarette?
Contact POISON CONTROL as soon as possible!!!
Cigarettes do contain nicotinic acid, which is in fact a toxin, and also the reason most people smoke. The concentration, however, is very low. As with all poison questions, dosage is critical.
Typically, with poisons like this, the victim will vomit it right back up, or it'll pass through the body. I've also see cured tobacco (from a cigarette, in fact) used in at least one fine kitchen as a garnish on a coffee-based ice cream.
While I'm not advocating eating cigarettes, a little nibble of tobacco is not likely to be lethal, or even harmful. I think you're safe.
If you do want to call Poison Control - who don't charge and are brilliant - here's the number:
800-222-1222
What is the most dangerous problem of dog bites?
Rabies and infection, so make sure you talk to your doctor about that.
What should a foot that has torn ligaments look like when it is done healing?
it would probably look like a red line going down the inflicted area.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of ambulatory care?
Advantages are quicker process of care, no overnight stay in a hospital, and thus reducing opportunity for nosocomial infections (hospital aquired), less expense, convenience, etc..disadvantages would be that the patient is responsible for their own care at home, may not be as educated or aware of complications that arise, and the treatment for such care if needed isnt right there, and also the doctors and nurses are not there if needed, and a patient may not have the help they need at home, etc...
What does it mean when a finger is purple?
There are many reason why a finger turns purple. The main reasons are due to Anoxia - a condition where there is lack of oxygen to body tissues, coagulopathy - a disorder of the normal blood clotting, fractures, hand injury, hypothermia - abnormal low body temperature, melanoma - a dangerous skin cancer, and in general cases purple discoloration is due to jamming of the fingers or skin infection.
What do you do when you sprain your ankle in gym?
I would most likely go to a doctor and have it checked, you should probably stay home for two or three days to recover. Depending on how bad it is. Good Luck!
How can you get rid of a goose egg?
A goose egg is caused by a blow to a blood vessel which swell up very quickly. Swelling will feel better with ice but heat actually reduces the swelling and just sleep on two pillows. Take things easy.
What should you do if Someone Cut themselves deeply in the cooking indusrty?
If it is really bad then you should bring them to the hospital.
