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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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For as small as they are, toes sure cause a lot of pain and problems! They stick out, get run into furniture, hurt like crazy when not even broken, and even if they are broken they can't be put in a cast!
When a toe is first injured, broken or not, there is no point in going to an E.R. (because they cannot put it in a cast anyway!). (If twisted during a fall, consult a doctor.) But generally, instead, get a piece of masking tape (brown paper tape) and LOOSELY tape the injured toe to the next toe. Do NOT make the tape tight-- you should be able to slightly wiggle the good toe as a unit with the hurt toe even with it taped. If it later feels too tight, LOOSEN the tape; swelling can make the tape even tighter. If the toe begins to feel numb, have pins and needles, or swells more, the tape is TOO tight. Reapply new tape every few days. Try to stay off it when home, elevate it on a pillow, and apply ice several times a day.
A broken toe is healed within 4 to 6 weeks. A sprained toe or a healed broken toe may still have swelling and pain months later. Apply ice and stay off of it, while keeping it elevated on a pillow, when at home. Doctors will tell you the same thing, so no need to spend money for a visit to Dr or E.R. or for an X-Ray (Note: If you got hurt nearer to your ankle or on top or bottom of the foot, that is different; see a doctor.) If you previously had arthritis or gout, see a doctor. But otherwise, ice, elevation, and rest are the 3 best things for toe pains. You can take the recommended amount of an over the counter pain medicine, but parents should be careful if the child is under 12 yrs (consult your doctor).
Always wear shoes even when at home to avoid stubbing a toe. Be careful when wearing flip flops or shoes without toe covering or strapless shoes at the heels.
What does universal first aid mean?
It is first aid that is the same throughout the world.
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What equipment is needed to do cliff jumping safely?
In order to do cliff jumping safely, the depth of the water should be checked first. This can be done with a chain and a good depth is around 75 feet. Bring a first aid kit as well, in case of injury and a cell phone to call for help.
What problems does mercury cause?
The following are symptoms of mercury poisoning:
* profuse sweating * persistently faster-than-normal heart rate * hypersalivation
* high blood pressure * memory impairment * insomnia * emotional instability * kidney failure
The effects such as tremors, impaired cognitive skills, and sleep disturbance in workers with chronic exposure to mercury vapour even at low concentrations in the range 0.7-42 μg/m3. A study has shown that acute exposure (4-8 hours) to calculated elemental mercury levels of 1.1 to 44 mg/m3 resulted in chest pain, dyspnea, cough, hemoptysis, impairment of pulmonary function, and evidence of interstitial pneumonitis. Acute exposure to mercury vapor has been shown to result in profound central nervous system effects, including psychotic reactions characterized by delirium, hallucinations, and suicidal tendency. Occupational exposure has resulted in broad-ranging functional disturbance, including erethism, irritability, excitability, excessive shyness, and insomnia. With continuing exposure, a fine tremor develops and may escalate to violent muscular spasms. Tremor initially involves the hands and later spreads to the eyelids, lips, and tongue. Long-term, low-level exposure has been associated with more subtle symptoms of erethism, including fatigue, irritability, loss of memory, vivid dreams, and depression. See the related link for more information.
Should you elevate your legs when you are dizzy?
Lie flat on your back and use something to elevate your legs.
What does it mean to die on impact?
When a human body is in motion in a car and it stops by striking something, your body stays in motion until hit hits something too. It can be a steering wheel, dash or windshield. The impact is from striking that object. When the damage to the body is so severe that death results, that is to die on impact. Always wear your sealbelt.
How do you prepare a pocket guide on first aid during disaster?
The First Aid pocket guide should contain aid that needs to be given for fractures, poisoning, cuts and burns, heat and cold wave and other threats that are prevalent in that area. The content shared in the guide should be supported with adequate pictures so as to give a clear and elaborate understanding about the topic. Choose awareness campaign strategy for either senior citizens or illiterate people and prepare a brief writeup
For ready made info, you can look into interactive in English Main Course Book which gives information required in the chapter "health and medicine".
No-one knows. There are records dating from Athens and from ancient Egypt that speak of people applying moldy bread to wounds (which may actually be taking advantage of the effects of Penicillium mold!). All throughout recorded history, there are records of people applying things to wounds in an attempt to increase healing. While the idea of bacteria being the problem probably didn't come into the picture until the likes of Anton van Leeuwenhoek and his contemporaries showed up (early 1700's), people have always tried to enhance wound healing, and often with ways we considered primitve once, but are now taking another look at.
What are the symptoms of paralysis?
- muscle weakness / paralysis
- hypertonia (increased muscle tone = spasticity)
- hyper-reflexia of deep tendon reflexes
- loss of cutaneous superficial reflexes
- positive babinski's design
- clonus (series of alternating involuntary muscle contractions and relaxations of flexor and extensor muscles)
Can you suture if the wound is 24 hours old?
I cut the area between my thumb and index finger open the other night with a new knife. The wound is pretty deep and I went to the ER right away. After waiting for 4 hours I decided I would just make an appointment with my family doctor for the next day. When I saw the doctor the following day, she said that stitching the wound up 24 hours after the accident would not help the wound heal. I guess it's already started healing? So they cleaned the wound and told me to keep in covered. Now I'm worried about infection. It's ridiculous, you have to ride an ambulance to the hospital to get any attention.
How long will your pinky take to heal after a sprain?
It would be two weeks before it heals and if it is a really bad sprain it wounld take three weeks.
What does RICER mean in first aid?
it is an acronym for the treatment of soft tissue injuries
REST - the affected area
ICE - apply ice to the area, will reduce pain and inflammation
COMPRESSION - to help heal
ELEVATION - allows blood to stay away from the area, reducing swelling
REFERAL - refer to a doctor, emergency department or other physician
Do all staff in the ER need CPR or ACLS certification?
Yes, everyone who works in an Emergency Room is required to maintain CPR and ACLS (advanced cardiac life support) certification according to the ACLS Certification Institute.
CPR is required for the layperson and BLS (basic life support) is required for the healthcare provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required for the first responder in emergency settings - i.e. the ER.
Is shivering a sign of dehydration?
Yes. Both shivering and a rapid heart rate are signs of dehydration.
What are the importance of a first aid kit?
First Aid kits are containers of medical supplies which can be used immediately during a medical emergency. They are usually kept in multiple places around a home, as well as in cars, offices, schools or any place where they might be needed. Which is everywhere. According to the American Red Cross, a kit to serve a family of four should contain:
- 2 absorbent compress dressings (5 x 9 inches)
- 25 adhesive bandages (assorted sizes)
- 1 adhesive cloth tape (10 yards x 1 inch)
- 5 antibiotic ointment packets (approximately 1 gram)
- 5 antiseptic wipe packets
- 2 packets of aspirin (81 mg each)
- 1 blanket (space blanket)
- 1 breathing barrier (with one-way valve)
- 1 instant cold compress
- 2 pair of nonlatex gloves (size: large)
- 2 hydrocortisone ointment packets (approximately 1 gram each)
- Scissors
- 1 roller bandage (3 inches wide)
- 1 roller bandage (4 inches wide)
- 5 sterile gauze pads (3 x 3 inches)
- 5 sterile gauze pads (4 x 4 inches)
- Oral thermometer (non-mercury/nonglass)
- 2 triangular bandages
- Tweezers
- First aid instruction booklet
Individual items within the first case are used as necessary to alleviate pain, clean wounds, stop bleeding, remove foreign objects from wounds, prevent transfer of disease and keep the victim comfortable. You should enroll in a First Aid Course in order to learn how to use the tools in a first aid kid properly.
EHR is an abbreviation for Electronic Health Records. EMR is another word that can be used interchangeably with EHR. EHRs are designed to facilitate physicians in documenting clinical encounters with precision within seconds. Using an EHR, patient records can be easily stored,retrieved, and even exchanged across various localities and places.
Skin Grafting what is a wound vac?
Vacuum Assisted Closure device. A sealed suction dressing that encourages healing.
What should you do if you got cut with an exacto knife?
Clean the wound with soap and water. Put pressure on the wound to stop the bleeding. If the cut is very deep or long you may need to see a doctor and get stitched to close the wound.
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Why is the cut on my foot taking a long time to heal?
The problem with cuts on the feet is due to that fact that our feet move a lot. When there is a cut on a part of our body that is constantly moving it will generally take more time to heal. If you have to wear shoes you may be able to help speed up the process by keeping your feet clean, applying an antibiotic cream and a bandage. When you are able to let the air at it do so. Make sure that your feet stay dry. If you have any other concerns see your doctor.
How do you get the venom out of a rattlesnake bite?
Basically, you don't/can't. You have to let the body process it out all by itself. Or possibly assisted by anti-venom treatment administered by a doctor.
What is used to immobilize the extremity after a fracture has been splinted and sling applied?
Swathe
Do you apply heat or ice on something swollen?
Ice - it causes tissues and blood vessels to contract - thus reducing swelling.
