FIRST AID AND YOU
- Give attention to the most urgent condition first, example remove the person from danger such as the centre of the road a burning house and water
- How to quickly and quietly
- Apply artificial respiration if bleeding has stopped or is faint and make sure air passage is clear
- Arrest bleeding
- Determine the level of consciousness
- If poisoning is involved induce vomit
- reassure the patient
- Guard against shock and keep the victim warm
- Place the victim in a comfortable position
- Do not give any type of fluid to the victim who is unconscious and may shortly need Anesthesia
- Arrange for immediate movement of the casualty to the hospital
- make sure any material used to cover the room is clean
- The victim should not be allowed to see his own blood
- Avoid overcrowding around a casualty
- do not attempt to do much
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