This is an in depth look at the different aspects of first aid, and also dabbels in a little what to do in emergenct procedure.

Date Submitted: 10/03/2004 20:57:40
Category: / Recreation & Sports / Health Care
Length: 4 pages (1164 words)
***ALTHOUGH INFORMATION IS ACCURATE, I DO NOT RECOMEND USING THIS AS A HANDBOOK. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR MISSUED FIRST AID*** ___________________________________________________________ First Aid, emergency care for a victim of sudden illness or injury until more skillful medical treatment is available. First aid may save a life or improve certain vital signs including pulse, temperature, a patent (unobstructed) airway, and breathing. In minor emergencies, first aid may prevent a victim's condition from worsening and provide relief from pain. …
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…induced unless the poison control center recommends it. If the victim vomits, the first-aid provider should turn the individual on the side and clear the airway. Before clearing the victim's mouth of any obstructions, however, the provider should first put on clean first-aid gloves or wrap a cloth around his or her fingers. If the person who ingested the poison is unconscious, the airway, breathing, and circulation should be checked and CPR started if necessary.
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