Basic First Aid Guide

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Basic First Aid Guide1. Assess the Situation

• Ensure the scene is safe before approaching the victim.
• Check for responsiveness by tapping the person and asking, "Are you okay?"
• If unresponsive, call emergency services (911 or local emergency number) immediately.

2. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) – For Unconscious Person Not Breathing

• Call for help (or ask someone to do so).
• Check breathing: If not breathing or gasping, start CPR.
• Chest compressions:
  • Place hands in the center of the chest.
  • Push hard and fast (100-120 compressions per minute).
  • Use 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths (if trained).
  • Continue until help arrives or the person recovers.

3. Choking – Heimlich Maneuver

• If the person can cough or talk, encourage them to keep coughing.
• If they cannot breathe, cough, or speak:
  • Stand behind the person and wrap arms around their waist.
  • Make a fist and place it just above their belly button.
  • Perform quick inward and upward thrusts until the object is expelled.
  • If unconscious, start CPR and call for help.

4. Bleeding Control

• Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth or bandage.
• If bleeding doesn't stop, add more layers (do not remove soaked bandages).
• If severe, elevate the wound and seek medical attention.
• If an artery is severed, apply a tourniquet (as a last resort).

5. Burns

• Minor burns:
  • Cool with running cold water for at least 10 minutes.
  • Apply aloe vera or burn ointment, not butter or ice.
• Severe burns (blistering or charred skin):
  • Do not remove clothing stuck to the burn.
  • Cover with a clean, loose, non-stick dressing.
  • Seek medical help immediately.

6. Fractures & Sprains

• Fracture (broken bone):
  • Keep the limb immobilized (use a splint if possible).
  • Apply an ice pack to reduce swelling.
  • Seek medical help.
• Sprain:
  • Follow R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).

7. Shock

• Symptoms: Cold skin, fast pulse, dizziness, confusion.
• Lay the person down, elevate legs, and keep warm.
• Do not give food or drink.
• Seek emergency help.

8. Poisoning

• Call Poison Control (or emergency services) immediately.
• Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by professionals.
• If inhaled poison: Move to fresh air immediately.
• If skin contact: Wash with plenty of water.

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In an emergency, first make sure the area is safe, then call for emergency services, and offer care according to your training.

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