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It is hard to predict the possibility of a dog bite; it is even harder to know when a dog is about to bite. Some dogs will only bark after the bite, while some might show some aggression before the occurrence.<br><br>Nevertheless, the speed at which they execute remains a mystery to most victims, and some take a few minutes before they know what to do. When it happens far from the hospital, you need a trained first aider to take care of the injuries and hence control bleeding. Basic first aid training and certification is vital for people wishing to provide first aid in such instances.<br><br>For CPR and First Aid Certification Course, visit: http://www.mycprcertificationonline.com/
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Hard To Predict Dog Bite It is hard to predict the possibility of a dog bite; it is even harder to know when a dog is about to bite. Some dogs will only bark after the bite, while some might show some aggression before the occurrence. Nevertheless, the speed at which they execute remains a mystery to most victims, and some take a few minutes before they know what to do. When it happens far from the hospital, you need a trained first aider to take care of the injuries and hence control bleeding. Basic first aid training and certification is vital for people wishing to provide first aid in such instances.
First Aid for Minor Wounds • Clean the injury with warm, soapy water or perhaps disinfect with antibacterial cleansing agents as soon as the bite occurs. It might call for you to visit the nearest pharmacy to get the disinfectants. • Smear the antibiotic cream on the surface of the injured part to prevent kill bacteria that could come from the animal’s saliva. • After the treatment, a clean bandage comes in handy towards covering the wound to prevent microbial attacks on the raw wound. It keeps dirt out and prevents the delicate wound from further injuries that could lengthen the healing process. • Monitor the injury for possible infections that manifests in pus, pain, red fluid oozing out of the wound and unpleasant odor. In the event of a bite on a joint, fingers, hand and feet, consider immediate medical attention to get the right prescription.
First Aid For Severe Wounds • Control bleeding by applying firm pressure using a sterile dry cloth. • Elevate the injured organ and stop any movements to control bleeding. • Visit the nearest medical center for qualified medical care. • If the skin continues to swell after treatment, or observe pus and redness in the area, contact your doctor for further treatment.
How To Avoid Dog Bites • With an enormous prevalence of dog bites in the US, there needs a change of tactic to prevent the occurrences. A vast, majority of these can be avoided through simple measures that include: • Get a dog with the right temperament. Some dog breeds are known to have bad moods and hence likely to bite on slight provocation. • Avoid confronting unfamiliar dogs. • Limit the time your kids spend with dogs and avoid leaving them with dogs that you do not know. • Avoid facing dogs when they are handling their puppies. • Always let the dogs approach you. • Whenever you meet an aggressive dog, avoid eye contact, screaming and running away.
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