Basic First Aid -Always remember

 


Everyday many accidents occur. With some care we can prevent that. In case an accident does happen, you can be of help if you know basic aid. Read each of the following carefully. You will be as able to give vital first aid if needed. Remember always to seek help from an adult immediately. Do not move casualty unnecessarily. Keep him warm. Make a diagnosis, decide the treatment and treat. Remember the ABC of first aid, See if his airways are clear, that he is breathing, and his blood circulation is patent.




1. Respiration

    If It is failing give artificial respiratiion - Mouth to Mouth or Mouth to Nose.

2. Bleeding

    Arrest the bleeding and protect the wound. Apply direct or indirect pressure. Cover with a dressing, apply a  

    pad and firm bandage. Elevate the wounded part above the level of heart to STOP BLEEDING.

3. Fractures

    IMMOBILISE the fractured part with a well padded stuff support reaching the joints on either side. Apply 

    bandages on either side of the site and at the joints on either side, support.

4. Burns and Scalds

    A burn is caused by dry heat and a scald by moist heat like steam, very hot water or oil. Immediately cool 

    the area with cold water - for 15 mins till pain subsides. Do not break blisters or apply anything on the    

    burns.

5. Nose Bleeding

    Sit him up facing the breeze with the heat slightly forward. Ask him to breath hrough the mouth and not

    blow his nose.  Apply a cold compress over  the nose. The soft part of the nose  may be pinched close with

    the fingers for 10 mins. Cold application on the back of the neck and forehead may help.

6. Bee Sting

    Do not press the bag of the sting. Use foreceps and remove the sting. Apply old or weak ammonia.

7. Animal Bites

    Wash with soap and plenty of water.  Loose bandage may be applied. Get quick medical aid.

8. Snake Bites

    Keep patient calm. Wash with plenty of water and soap. Do not RUB hard. First apply a constrictive bandage 

    on the heart side of the bite.( not to be applied continuously for more than 20 mins). 

9. Fainting

    Lay him down and loosen the clothing around chest and waist. Turn head to one side. The legs may be raised 

    little. Do not attempt to give any solids or liquids. On recovery a small quantity of a drink may be given and

    he may be allowed to sit up and move after rest.

10.General

     If you are in doubt of the treatment do not do anything. You may do harm.

These are only hints. To be a good first aider you can do the first aid course conducted regularly.