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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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Should I lift someone up by holding under their arms?
It's okay just be careful doing it to young kids because you may pull their arms out of socket
Why did eisenhower give aid to vietnem?
In an effort to curtail the growth of Communism in Southeast Asia.
Why should you use rubbing alcohol on your daughter's swollen ankle?
I can not think of any reason you would want to do that? RICE is the key... Rest, Ice, Compress i.e ace wrap, Elevate.
What does abandonment mean in relationship to first aid?
If you bring a pt to the hospital as an EMT or Paramedic and leave them before transferring their information to a doctor or nurse.Or, if you leave the scene of the accident without transferring the pt to someone of equal or higher position.
there will be blood loss that is hypovolemia and body becomes cold and clammy
Pressure points are used to control bleeding.
How many chinchilas in a litter?
Usually 1 or two kits per litter. And the gestation period is 111 days :) From experience, usually 1 or 2.
You drank urine by mistake and you have digestive issues what will happen to you?
Nothing. People drink urine when they are stuck in the desert and live. Urine is actually fine to drink....sounds gross but it is....just....how did you ever get past the smell?????? :P Nothing. People drink urine when they are stuck in the desert and live. Urine is actually fine to drink....sounds gross but it is....just....how did you ever get past the smell?????? :P
Army Litter. You're welcome, Shipmate.
Noses heal pretty quickly, but a serious wallop can take about a week, assuming the nose isn't broken. In the meantime, ice-pack it to reduce the swelling faster. You might also consider taking an over-the-counter painkiller/anti-inflammatory like Aspirin, Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen (naturally, always follow the directions on the box and don't take these if you have adverse reactions to them).
If you think the nose may be broken, it's worth getting an X-ray. If a broken nose heals incorrectly, it may cause nasal breathing problems for life.
If a bump stays for even longer period of time, you should definitely go to a doctor.
What are the first aids for stopped breathing serious bleeding and ingested poisoning?
Stopped breathing - commence artificial respiration (and heart compressions if the heart has stopped)
Serious bleeding - apply pressure (with sterile cotton pad) to the site of the bleed
Ingested poisoning - give milk or other fluids to help dilute the poison DO NOT make the casualty sick - as they poison may be corrosive and will damage the throat tissues when the patient vomits.
In ALL cases - seek medical attention ASAP !
Where are the go sling kids going?
If you wanted to be a Doctor what would you use for a sling
a scarf old cloth
What is direct pressure and elevation?
Direct pressure is the first and most effective method to control bleeding. In many cases, bleeding can be controlled by applying pressure directly (Fig. 3-1) to the wound. Place a sterile dressing or clean cloth on the wound, tie a knot or adhere tape directly over the wound, only tight enough to control bleeding. If bleeding is not controlled, apply another dressing over the first or apply direct pressure with your hand or fingers over the wound. Direct pressure can be applied by the casualty or a bystander. Under no circumstances is a dressing removed once it has been applied.
Raising (elevation) of an injured arm or leg (extremity) above the level of the heart will help control bleeding.
Does anyone have the answer for the first aid-responding to emergencies test?
Instructors will not be able to give this information to anyone or they risk loosing their certification.
What can you rub on the bottom of your feet to break a fever?
This solution is purely folklore. Rubbing on the bottoms of the feet does nothing to a patient's fever (but it might feel good).
Which is one of the first steps used to check the airway?
You tilt the head back and lift the chin up. Use the 2-finger sweep to clear the airway. Look in the throat for any blockage.
Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health or COSHH seems to be a UK program very similar to America's OSHA. They cover the public's exposure and handling of HAZMAT, suggest (and maybe certify) HazMat equipment, such as breathing rigs, and they undertake an extansive education program. Please check out the link below.
