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2 First Aid Definition: First aid is the assistance given to any person suffering a sudden illness or injury,[1] with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and/or promote recovery. It includes initial intervention in a serious condition prior to professional medical help being available, such as performing CPR while awaiting an ambulance, as well as the complete treatment of minor conditions, such as applying a bandage to a cut.

3 First Aid: What to do InitiallyWhat to do after an accident Make sure the scene is safe Call for help Treat life-threatening injuries (ABC) How to get help for emergencies at home Police 911 Fire 911 Ambulance 911 Poison Control

4 Shock Treatment Call 911 Have person lie down Check circulationKeep warm and comfortable Turn person on side Treat other injuries Signs and Symptoms Cool clammy skin Weak and rapid pulse Nausea Lack luster eyes Loss of conscious

5 Heimlich Maneuver Cant talk 5 back blows between shoulder bladesDifficulty breathing Inability to cough forcefully Skin, lips and nails turn blue Loss of consciousnes 5 back blows between shoulder blades 5 abdominal thrusts alternate

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7 Serious Bleeding Apply direct pressure with a dressing.If blood leaks through, apply more dressing on top. Never remove a dressing. If there are no bone fractures or spinal cord injuries, elevate the wound above the heart. Once bleeding is under control, use roller gauze to secure the dressing, beginning at the distal end and working towards the heart. You can twist the gauze to apply more pressure. Check to make sure blood is not leaking through, and that the bandage is not having a tourniquet effect. Elevate the wound, and call EMS or take the patient to the nearest hospital.

8 Stopped Breathing Head tilt chin lift Listen again Look, listen, feelBegin CPR Deliver 2 slow breaths Watch for chest rise

9 Internal Poisoning If fumes move patient into fresh air immediatelyIf swallowed, remove remaining from the mouth Read the label on the product and contact poison control If spilled on the clothes, skin or eyes, removed clothing and flush the skin or eyes with cool or lukewarm water for 20min. Take poison to the hospital with you. Don’t give ipecac or induce vomiting

10 Cravat Sling Tie the ends of the bandage behind the neck. Fasten the edge of the bandage, near the elbow, with a safety pin. Slip one end of the bandage under the arm and over the shoulder. Bring the other end of the bandage over the other shoulder, cradling the arm.

11 Heart Attack Call 911 Chew and swallow 1 large or 4 baby aspirinGive nitroglycerine if the patient has this Begin CPR if needed

12 Show First Aid for the FollowingCuts and Scratches: Stop bleeding Clean wound Apply antibiotic Cover with a clean dressing Get stitches for deep wounds Watch for signs of infection Get a teatnus shot Blisters Wash hands and blister Swab blister with iodine or alcohol Sterilize a clean, sharp needle Puncture at multiple sites Apply antibiotic ointment Cut away dead skin Burns and Scalds Cool burn Cover with sterile gauze Take pain reliever Don’t use ice, apply butter or ointments, break blisters Major burn Put out fire Call 911 Don’t immerse in cold water Check circulation Elevate burned part above heart Cover the burned area with a cool, moist, sterile bandage Needs tetanus shot

13 Insect stings: Tick bites Snake Bite Remove tick with tweezersSeal tic in jar to show doc Wash hands Call doctor If can’t get out completely Develop rash, fever, stiff neck, muscles, joint pain Snake Bite Don’t panic Immobilize bitten extremity Remove jewelry on that limb Position so bite below heart Clean wound, but don’t flush with water Apply splint Don’t tourniquet or apply ice Don’t cut the wound or attempt to remove venom Don’t drink caffeine or alcohol Don’t try to capture snake Call 911 Insect stings: Nausea, facial swelling, difficulty breathing, abd pain, shock are all signs of a reaction. Move to a safe area Remove stinger Apply cold pack Apply hydrocortisone cream Take antihistamine Call 911 for severe reactions Check for EpiPen Put feet above head Loosen tight clothing Turn person on side Begin CPR

14 Frostbite Nosebleed Sunburn Protect skin from further exposureGet out of cold Gradually warm area in warm water. Don’t use direct heat as these can burn area. Don’t walk on frostbitten feet or toes if possible. If there is any chance the affected areas will freeze again, don’t thaw them out. Seek medical attention Sunburn Take cool bath or shower Apply aloe vera Leave blisters intact Take OTC pain reliever Don’t use petroleum jelly, butter Nosebleed Sit upright and lean forward Pinch your nose To prevent re-bleeding don’t pick or blow nose for several hours For Re-bleeding – blow out forcefully to clear nose of clots and spray both sides with Afrin. Repeat above Seek medical attention if brisk bleeding lasts longer than 20 min or if the bleed follows an accident, fall or injury to your head.

15 Safe Swim Defense Den Leader Lead Qualified SupervisionAdult 21 years or older Physical Fitness Health History, Know your fitness Safe Area Controlled Access, Depth, Visibility, Correct Depth/Conditions for Diving, Water Temp/Quality, Current/Wave Conditions, Weather, Life Jacket (water over 12 feet deep) Lifeguards on Duty Trained/Response personnel Lookout Lookout Is Assigned Ability groups Know who are Non-Swimmers, Beginners, Swimmers in your group Buddy System Buddies stay together Discipline Rules are Followed Den Leader Lead Please leave information for next group

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