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“PRINCIPLES OF FIRST AID”. What is FIRST AID ?. FIRST AID IS…. A matter of Common Sense. Application of mind. Swift Response. FIRST AID IS APPLIED IN SITUATIONS SUCH AS:. Choking. Fractures. Airway Obstruction. Fainting. Bleeding. Epilepsy. Bites and Stings. P oisoning.
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FIRST AID IS…. A matter of Common Sense Application of mind Swift Response
FIRST AID IS APPLIED IN SITUATIONS SUCH AS: Choking Fractures Airway Obstruction Fainting Bleeding Epilepsy Bites and Stings Poisoning Burns and Scalds
DEFINITION • First AID is the temporary and prompt help given to a person in case of SUDDEN INJURY or SICKNESS. • The aim is that the INJURY/SICKNESS does not AGGRAVATE FURTHER and due to swift action further DETERIORATION is checked, same condition is maintained & recovery promoted till the arrival of Medical Help.
SCOPE OF FIRST AID Four things should be kept in mind: PREVENT further deterioration PRESERVE in the same condition PROMOTE recovery Arrange for regular Medical AID
ORDER OF FIRST AID Follow the three C’s: CHECK (the scene and the victim). CALL (997) to arrange for proper medical care> CARE for the victim
METHOD OF FIRST AID Diagnosis Treatment Disposal
DIAGNOSIS BASED ON Evidence from circumstances around the incident (you observe) Signs Symptoms (Patient tells)
THE ABC’s OF FIRST AID A: Airway B: Breathing C: Circulation
PRIORITIES OF FIRST AID Check Breathing Check Blood loss Treat Shock Treat Fracture Look For Simple Injuries Disposal