The elderly have distinct problems that can get in the way of treating their conditions, particularly due to their brittle bones and delicate skin. You can create a first aid kit specifically for old individuals that is different than an all-purpose first aid kit. At the present, there are not any specialty first aid kits suitable […]
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A complete head-to-toe examination of an injured individual during emergency scenarios will allow the rescuer to assess other possible injuries that are not immediately apparent. You have to perform this examination only after life-threatening injuries have been given appropriate first aid care and treatment. http://youtu.be/mc2-uZrIMso Head You should start with the head of the individual
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It is a known fact that blizzards can be deadly if you are not properly prepared. The drop in the temperature can be detrimental to the health. If an individual is caught in a blizzard in the outdoors, he/she can wander for hours without any clue where he/she is. With this in mind, it is
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When it comes to the delivery of first aid care, it is important to prioritize the ABC (airway, breathing and circulation). In case an individual losses consciousness, the first priority is to check if the airway is open, the individual is breathing and if there is a pulse or other signs of circulation such as
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Electrical burns can cause extensive damage in the underlying tissues and organs. Even though an individual can sustain a small burn on the outside, the extent of interior damage can be serious. It is important to provide timely first aid care on electrical burns to prevent further damage as well as promote the healing process.
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A blister is basically a small-sized pouch that contains fluid that develops in the exterior skin layer. It typically forms once the outer layer of the skin is damaged. Fluid accumulates beneath the damaged skin, cushioning the tissue beneath. Understandably, this protects the tissue from sustaining further damage and allowing it to heal as well.
An AED or automated external defibrillator is very popular since even average individuals without medical knowledge can use one to save lives. AEDs are small-sized, portable devices that analyze the rhythm of the heart for any abnormalities and instruct the user to deliver an electrical shock to the heart if required. An irregular heart rhythm
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Every year in our community there is always an occurrence of unfortunate disasters like: floods, hurricanes, fire, earthquakes, tornadoes, explosions and other types of hazardous accidents. Usually, the workplace approved volunteer in incidence like this to help rescue or offer first aid help to the victims but there is always a shortage of volunteers especially in
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Vesicants are chemical agents that causes blistering and results in burning, conjunctivitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, hematopoietic suppression and in severe lethal doses lead to death. Vesicants are also known was blistering agents or mustard agents which are usually delivered in either liquid or gas form that produces burns and blisters on the skin, eyes, throat as
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A person can experience radiation exposure by either alpha particles, beta particles and gamma-radiation. Basically, radiation is only harmful once it penetrates the skin and causes severe damage to the body in a not just the cellular level but more importantly the DNA level as well. Alpha particle exposure cannot penetrate the skin and with
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