Drowning occurs if an individual is underwater and inhales water into the lungs. The airway might spasm and seal shut or water can impair the lungs and prevent them from obtaining oxygen. In whichever case, the lungs could not allocate the required oxygen to the body which can be life-threatening. Once there is lack of […]
An electric shock is caused by contact with a live source of electricity that sends an electrical current throughout the body. Common causes of electric shock Exposed electrical wires Old wiring Water on electrical appliances Faulty appliances Cutting through a live cable In some cases, an electric shock is triggered by lightning. Remember that an […]
A lightning injury occurs after short-term contact to the powerful stream of the strike. It is important to note that lightning delivers a significant electrical pulse in a fraction of a millisecond. The brief length of the contact often curbs the damage to the exterior skin layer. Additionally, lightning is not likely to trigger internal […]
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 […]
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. Head You should start with the head of the individual first […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]