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How do you treat anaphylaxis?
Check monthly and after each use, restocking expired items and ensuring supplies are adequate for potential needs.
Help them sit comfortably (reduced angle), reassure them, give aspirin if available and not allergic, monitor breathing/pulse, and await ambulance.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
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How do you use an AED on an adult?
Remove from water safely, check ABCs, start CPR if not breathing (even without pulse check), treat for hypothermia, and call emergency services.
Do not remove it; stabilize with bulky dressings around it, apply pressure beside (not on) the object, and seek immediate medical help.
Help them sit comfortably (reduced angle), reassure them, give aspirin if available and not allergic, monitor breathing/pulse, and await ambulance.
Turn on the AED, follow voice prompts, attach pads to bare chest, ensure no one touches the person during analysis, and deliver a shock if advised, then resume CPR.
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What are signs of heatstroke?
Choking is sudden airway blockage (universal choking sign); asthma is wheezing/breathlessness from airway inflammation, treated with inhaler, not abdominal thrusts.
Heatstroke signs include body temperature over 40°C (104°F), hot dry skin, rapid strong pulse, confusion, seizures, or unconsciousness; it's a medical emergency.
Concussion signs include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, unequal pupils, or loss of consciousness; seek medical evaluation.
Check monthly and after each use, restocking expired items and ensuring supplies are adequate for potential needs.
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What are signs of poisoning?
Do not remove it; stabilize with bulky dressings around it, apply pressure beside (not on) the object, and seek immediate medical help.
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
The Good Samaritan Law protects rescuers acting in good faith from liability if reasonable care is provided during emergencies, encouraging bystander help.
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What should a first aid kit contain?
Signs include sudden inability to speak, cough, or breathe, clutching the throat, blue lips or skin, and high-pitched breathing sounds.
Cool the burn under running cool water for at least 20 minutes, remove jewelry or tight clothing, cover loosely with a sterile non-stick dressing, and do not apply creams or break blisters.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Immobilize the joint above and below the injury using a rigid splint or sling, apply ice, elevate if possible, and seek medical help.
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What are signs of a fracture?
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
Immobilize the joint above and below the injury using a rigid splint or sling, apply ice, elevate if possible, and seek medical help.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Signs include pain, swelling, deformity, bruising, inability to use the limb, grating sensation, or unnatural movement; treat as a fracture if unsure.
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What is anaphylaxis and its signs?
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction causing airway swelling; signs include widespread hives, swelling of face/lips/tongue, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, and collapse.
Cool the burn under running cool water for at least 20 minutes, remove jewelry or tight clothing, cover loosely with a sterile non-stick dressing, and do not apply creams or break blisters.
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Concussion signs include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, unequal pupils, or loss of consciousness; seek medical evaluation.
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What should you do for a seizure?
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Clear the area of hazards, cushion the head, time the seizure, turn to recovery position after jerking stops, and call emergency if first seizure, lasts over 5 minutes, or breathing issues.
Signs include central chest pain lasting over 15 minutes (may radiate to arms/jaw), shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pale skin; call emergency services immediately.
Lay them down with legs elevated 30 cm (unless spinal injury suspected), keep them warm, reassure them, and do not give food or drink; monitor breathing and pulse.
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Why is first aid important?
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Immobilize the limb, keep at heart level, mark bite site and swelling progression, avoid tourniquets/cutting/suction, and seek antivenom urgently.
Shock is a life-threatening condition where vital organs lack adequate blood flow; signs include pale/cold/clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, nausea, restlessness, and rapid shallow breathing.
First aid is crucial because it can save lives, reduce pain and suffering, prevent complications, and minimize long-term disability by providing timely intervention during emergencies.
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How do you check if a person is conscious?
Flush the eye continuously with water or saline for at least 20 minutes while holding eyelids open, then seek urgent medical care.
Gently squeeze their shoulders and ask loudly, 'Are you alright?' while observing for any response in movement, sound, or eye opening.
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
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How do you treat mild hypothermia?
Move to warmth, remove wet clothing, wrap in blankets/foil, give warm sweet drinks if conscious, and avoid alcohol or vigorous rubbing.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a lifesaving technique combining chest compressions and rescue breaths to restore blood circulation and oxygenation; perform it on unresponsive, non-breathing adults with no pulse.
Immobilize the limb, keep at heart level, mark bite site and swelling progression, avoid tourniquets/cutting/suction, and seek antivenom urgently.
Ensure the scene is safe for yourself, bystanders, and the casualty before approaching; remove any dangers if possible without risking your safety.
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What is shock and what are its signs?
Shock is a life-threatening condition where vital organs lack adequate blood flow; signs include pale/cold/clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, nausea, restlessness, and rapid shallow breathing.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Remove stinger by scraping with a card edge, wash with soap/water, apply cold pack, and watch for allergic reactions.
First-degree affects outer skin (redness), second-degree involves deeper layers (blisters), and third-degree destroys all skin layers (white/charred appearance); seek medical help for second- and third-degree burns.
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What advanced first aid involves for snakebites?
Immobilize the limb, keep at heart level, mark bite site and swelling progression, avoid tourniquets/cutting/suction, and seek antivenom urgently.
Give fast-acting sugar like glucose tablets, juice, or sweets (15g carbs), recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes, and give longer-acting carbs if improving.
Flush the eye continuously with water or saline for at least 20 minutes while holding eyelids open, then seek urgent medical care.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
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What are signs of a heart attack?
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
Signs include central chest pain lasting over 15 minutes (may radiate to arms/jaw), shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pale skin; call emergency services immediately.
Immobilize the limb, keep at heart level, mark bite site and swelling progression, avoid tourniquets/cutting/suction, and seek antivenom urgently.
DRABC stands for D R esponse (assess consciousness), A B C
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What are signs of hypothermia?
Concussion signs include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, unequal pupils, or loss of consciousness; seek medical evaluation.
Hypothermia signs include shivering (early), cold pale skin, slow pulse/breathing, confusion, and unconsciousness; core temperature below 35°C (95°F).
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Signs include excessive thirst/urination, fatigue, blurred vision, and fruity breath; provide water and seek medical help for severe cases.
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How do you immobilize a suspected fracture?
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Remove stinger by scraping with a card edge, wash with soap/water, apply cold pack, and watch for allergic reactions.
Never induce vomiting unless instructed by poison control, as it can worsen damage; provide details of substance and amount to professionals.
Immobilize the joint above and below the injury using a rigid splint or sling, apply ice, elevate if possible, and seek medical help.
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What is the treatment for fainting?
Remove from water safely, check ABCs, start CPR if not breathing (even without pulse check), treat for hypothermia, and call emergency services.
DRABC stands for D R esponse (assess consciousness), A B C
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
Cool the burn under running cool water for at least 20 minutes, remove jewelry or tight clothing, cover loosely with a sterile non-stick dressing, and do not apply creams or break blisters.
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What is first aid?
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
Clear the area of hazards, cushion the head, time the seizure, turn to recovery position after jerking stops, and call emergency if first seizure, lasts over 5 minutes, or breathing issues.
Give fast-acting sugar like glucose tablets, juice, or sweets (15g carbs), recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes, and give longer-acting carbs if improving.
First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a person who is injured or suddenly ill to prevent their condition from worsening, promote recovery, or preserve life until professional medical help arrives.
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What are the steps for treating a minor burn?
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction causing airway swelling; signs include widespread hives, swelling of face/lips/tongue, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, and collapse.
Signs include pain, swelling, deformity, bruising, inability to use the limb, grating sensation, or unnatural movement; treat as a fracture if unsure.
Cool the burn under running cool water for at least 20 minutes, remove jewelry or tight clothing, cover loosely with a sterile non-stick dressing, and do not apply creams or break blisters.
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How do you perform the Heimlich maneuver on a conscious choking adult?
Signs include central chest pain lasting over 15 minutes (may radiate to arms/jaw), shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pale skin; call emergency services immediately.
Choking is sudden airway blockage (universal choking sign); asthma is wheezing/breathlessness from airway inflammation, treated with inhaler, not abdominal thrusts.
DRABC stands for D R esponse (assess consciousness), A B C
Stand behind the person, make a fist with one hand placed above their navel and below the ribcage, grasp it with the other hand, and deliver quick upward thrusts until the object is expelled or they become unresponsive.
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What are the FAST signs of stroke?
F ace drooping, A S T ime to call emergency services; act fast as treatment is time-critical.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Follow RICE : R est the injury, I C E
Flush the eye continuously with water or saline for at least 20 minutes while holding eyelids open, then seek urgent medical care.
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What are the signs of an obstructed airway?
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a lifesaving technique combining chest compressions and rescue breaths to restore blood circulation and oxygenation; perform it on unresponsive, non-breathing adults with no pulse.
First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a person who is injured or suddenly ill to prevent their condition from worsening, promote recovery, or preserve life until professional medical help arrives.
Signs include sudden inability to speak, cough, or breathe, clutching the throat, blue lips or skin, and high-pitched breathing sounds.
Heatstroke signs include body temperature over 40°C (104°F), hot dry skin, rapid strong pulse, confusion, seizures, or unconsciousness; it's a medical emergency.
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What should you do first upon arriving at an emergency scene?
Ensure the scene is safe for yourself, bystanders, and the casualty before approaching; remove any dangers if possible without risking your safety.
Follow RICE : R est the injury, I C E
The Good Samaritan Law protects rescuers acting in good faith from liability if reasonable care is provided during emergencies, encouraging bystander help.
Hypothermia signs include shivering (early), cold pale skin, slow pulse/breathing, confusion, and unconsciousness; core temperature below 35°C (95°F).
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What are the different degrees of burns?
First-degree affects outer skin (redness), second-degree involves deeper layers (blisters), and third-degree destroys all skin layers (white/charred appearance); seek medical help for second- and third-degree burns.
Signs include pain, swelling, deformity, bruising, inability to use the limb, grating sensation, or unnatural movement; treat as a fracture if unsure.
F ace drooping, A S T ime to call emergency services; act fast as treatment is time-critical.
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
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What are signs of diabetic hyperglycemia?
Check monthly and after each use, restocking expired items and ensuring supplies are adequate for potential needs.
Signs include excessive thirst/urination, fatigue, blurred vision, and fruity breath; provide water and seek medical help for severe cases.
Remove stinger by scraping with a card edge, wash with soap/water, apply cold pack, and watch for allergic reactions.
Stand behind the person, make a fist with one hand placed above their navel and below the ribcage, grasp it with the other hand, and deliver quick upward thrusts until the object is expelled or they become unresponsive.
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How do you treat diabetic hypoglycemia?
First aid is crucial because it can save lives, reduce pain and suffering, prevent complications, and minimize long-term disability by providing timely intervention during emergencies.
Give fast-acting sugar like glucose tablets, juice, or sweets (15g carbs), recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes, and give longer-acting carbs if improving.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Signs include sudden inability to speak, cough, or breathe, clutching the throat, blue lips or skin, and high-pitched breathing sounds.
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How do you assist a heart attack casualty?
Stand behind the person, make a fist with one hand placed above their navel and below the ribcage, grasp it with the other hand, and deliver quick upward thrusts until the object is expelled or they become unresponsive.
Help them sit comfortably (reduced angle), reassure them, give aspirin if available and not allergic, monitor breathing/pulse, and await ambulance.
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
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What is the correct compression depth and rate for adult CPR?
First aid is crucial because it can save lives, reduce pain and suffering, prevent complications, and minimize long-term disability by providing timely intervention during emergencies.
Turn on the AED, follow voice prompts, attach pads to bare chest, ensure no one touches the person during analysis, and deliver a shock if advised, then resume CPR.
Shock is a life-threatening condition where vital organs lack adequate blood flow; signs include pale/cold/clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, nausea, restlessness, and rapid shallow breathing.
Compress the chest at least 5-6 cm (2-2.4 inches) deep at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute, allowing full chest recoil between compressions.
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What does the acronym DRABC stand for in first aid assessment?
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Signs include central chest pain lasting over 15 minutes (may radiate to arms/jaw), shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pale skin; call emergency services immediately.
Check monthly and after each use, restocking expired items and ensuring supplies are adequate for potential needs.
DRABC stands for D R esponse (assess consciousness), A B C
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How do you treat a nosebleed?
First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a person who is injured or suddenly ill to prevent their condition from worsening, promote recovery, or preserve life until professional medical help arrives.
Sit upright leaning forward, pinch nostrils together for 10-15 minutes without releasing, apply ice to nose/forehead, and seek help if persists over 20 minutes.
Help them sit comfortably (reduced angle), reassure them, give aspirin if available and not allergic, monitor breathing/pulse, and await ambulance.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
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How do you treat insect stings?
Stand behind the person, make a fist with one hand placed above their navel and below the ribcage, grasp it with the other hand, and deliver quick upward thrusts until the object is expelled or they become unresponsive.
Remove stinger by scraping with a card edge, wash with soap/water, apply cold pack, and watch for allergic reactions.
Clear the area of hazards, cushion the head, time the seizure, turn to recovery position after jerking stops, and call emergency if first seizure, lasts over 5 minutes, or breathing issues.
The recovery position involves placing an unconscious but breathing person on their side with their head tilted back to keep the airway open; use it for casualties who are unresponsive but breathing normally.
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What is CPR and when is it performed?
Clear the area of hazards, cushion the head, time the seizure, turn to recovery position after jerking stops, and call emergency if first seizure, lasts over 5 minutes, or breathing issues.
Remove from water safely, check ABCs, start CPR if not breathing (even without pulse check), treat for hypothermia, and call emergency services.
Move to shade, remove excess clothing, fan vigorously while applying cold wet sheets or water sprays to skin, and seek immediate medical help.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a lifesaving technique combining chest compressions and rescue breaths to restore blood circulation and oxygenation; perform it on unresponsive, non-breathing adults with no pulse.
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When should you call emergency services (e.g., 911)?
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
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How do you treat a foreign object in the eye?
Do not rub; irrigate with clean water or saline from inner to outer corner, cover both eyes loosely, and seek medical help.
Severe bleeding shows as bright red blood spurting or flowing heavily from a wound, soaking through dressings quickly, and accompanied by pale skin, rapid pulse, or shock symptoms.
Compress the chest at least 5-6 cm (2-2.4 inches) deep at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute, allowing full chest recoil between compressions.
Immobilize the limb, keep at heart level, mark bite site and swelling progression, avoid tourniquets/cutting/suction, and seek antivenom urgently.
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What are the signs of severe bleeding?
Severe bleeding shows as bright red blood spurting or flowing heavily from a wound, soaking through dressings quickly, and accompanied by pale skin, rapid pulse, or shock symptoms.
First-degree affects outer skin (redness), second-degree involves deeper layers (blisters), and third-degree destroys all skin layers (white/charred appearance); seek medical help for second- and third-degree burns.
Turn off power source first, check for dangers, assess responsiveness, treat burns if present, and monitor for heart issues.
Apply firm pressure to control bleeding (scalp bleeds profusely), clean gently if minor, cover with dressing, and monitor for concussion signs.
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How do you treat a scalp laceration?
Sit upright leaning forward, pinch nostrils together for 10-15 minutes without releasing, apply ice to nose/forehead, and seek help if persists over 20 minutes.
Apply firm pressure to control bleeding (scalp bleeds profusely), clean gently if minor, cover with dressing, and monitor for concussion signs.
Give fast-acting sugar like glucose tablets, juice, or sweets (15g carbs), recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes, and give longer-acting carbs if improving.
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
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What should you never do for poisoning?
Shock is a life-threatening condition where vital organs lack adequate blood flow; signs include pale/cold/clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, nausea, restlessness, and rapid shallow breathing.
First aid is crucial because it can save lives, reduce pain and suffering, prevent complications, and minimize long-term disability by providing timely intervention during emergencies.
Apply direct pressure with a sterile dressing or clean cloth, elevate the limb if possible, and use a tourniquet only as a last resort for life-threatening limb bleeding, noting the time applied.
Never induce vomiting unless instructed by poison control, as it can worsen damage; provide details of substance and amount to professionals.
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How do you manage a casualty in shock?
Turn off power source first, check for dangers, assess responsiveness, treat burns if present, and monitor for heart issues.
Remove stinger by scraping with a card edge, wash with soap/water, apply cold pack, and watch for allergic reactions.
Lay them down with legs elevated 30 cm (unless spinal injury suspected), keep them warm, reassure them, and do not give food or drink; monitor breathing and pulse.
DRABC stands for D R esponse (assess consciousness), A B C
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What is the recovery position and when is it used?
Choking is sudden airway blockage (universal choking sign); asthma is wheezing/breathlessness from airway inflammation, treated with inhaler, not abdominal thrusts.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
The recovery position involves placing an unconscious but breathing person on their side with their head tilted back to keep the airway open; use it for casualties who are unresponsive but breathing normally.
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How do you treat drowning casualties?
Remove from water safely, check ABCs, start CPR if not breathing (even without pulse check), treat for hypothermia, and call emergency services.
Do not remove it; stabilize with bulky dressings around it, apply pressure beside (not on) the object, and seek immediate medical help.
Severe bleeding shows as bright red blood spurting or flowing heavily from a wound, soaking through dressings quickly, and accompanied by pale skin, rapid pulse, or shock symptoms.
Flush the eye continuously with water or saline for at least 20 minutes while holding eyelids open, then seek urgent medical care.
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How do you treat a suspected sprain or strain?
Flush the eye continuously with water or saline for at least 20 minutes while holding eyelids open, then seek urgent medical care.
Signs include nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, seizures, burns around mouth, or chemical smells; call poison control immediately.
Signs include central chest pain lasting over 15 minutes (may radiate to arms/jaw), shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and pale skin; call emergency services immediately.
Follow RICE : R est the injury, I C E
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What is the Good Samaritan Law?
The Good Samaritan Law protects rescuers acting in good faith from liability if reasonable care is provided during emergencies, encouraging bystander help.
A basic kit includes adhesive bandages, sterile gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, gloves, antiseptic wipes, CPR barrier, instant cold packs, and pain relievers.
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction causing airway swelling; signs include widespread hives, swelling of face/lips/tongue, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, and collapse.
Follow RICE : R est the injury, I C E
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What are signs of concussion?
Use an auto-injector EpiPen into the outer thigh if available, call emergency services, monitor ABCs, and place in recovery position if conscious and breathing.
First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a person who is injured or suddenly ill to prevent their condition from worsening, promote recovery, or preserve life until professional medical help arrives.
Concussion signs include headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, unequal pupils, or loss of consciousness; seek medical evaluation.
Signs include sudden inability to speak, cough, or breathe, clutching the throat, blue lips or skin, and high-pitched breathing sounds.
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How do you treat an embedded object in a wound?
Give fast-acting sugar like glucose tablets, juice, or sweets (15g carbs), recheck blood sugar after 15 minutes, and give longer-acting carbs if improving.
Do not remove it; stabilize with bulky dressings around it, apply pressure beside (not on) the object, and seek immediate medical help.
Call for life-threatening situations like no breathing/pulse, severe bleeding, chest pain, stroke signs, major trauma, or unresponsiveness.
Turn on the AED, follow voice prompts, attach pads to bare chest, ensure no one touches the person during analysis, and deliver a shock if advised, then resume CPR.
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What is electrical shock first aid?
Turn off power source first, check for dangers, assess responsiveness, treat burns if present, and monitor for heart issues.
A sling supports arm injuries like fractures or sprains; fold a triangular bandage into a band, place over the arm with elbow bent at 90 degrees, tie at neck, and secure forearm to body.
Apply direct pressure with a sterile dressing or clean cloth, elevate the limb if possible, and use a tourniquet only as a last resort for life-threatening limb bleeding, noting the time applied.
Lay flat with legs elevated, loosen tight clothing, ensure fresh air, and monitor recovery; call help if no quick improvement.