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FIRST AID

FIRST AID. PAGES 341-342. Minor Injuries. Muscle Cramp. Sudden and sometimes painful contractions of the muscles Occur when muscles are: Tired Overworked Dehydrated Treatment Stretch and massage Drink water. Strain. Injury to a muscle or tendon

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FIRST AID

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  1. FIRST AID • PAGES 341-342

  2. Minor Injuries

  3. Muscle Cramp • Sudden and sometimes painful contractions of the muscles • Occur when muscles are: • Tired • Overworked • Dehydrated • Treatment • Stretch and massage • Drink water

  4. Strain • Injury to a muscle or tendon • Tendons attach muscles to bones

  5. Sprain • Injury to a ligament • Ligaments attach bones to bones

  6. Treatment for minor injuries • (Protect from further injury) • R.I.C.E. • REST • ICE – 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off • COMPRESSION • ELEVATION

  7. Tendonitis • Tendons are inflamed or swollen • Ice and rest

  8. Major Injuries

  9. Fractures • Break in the bone • Closed fracture (simple) – bone stays in the skin • Open fracture (compound) - bone breaks through the skin.

  10. Dislocation • Separation of the bone from the joint • **Do not try to put back into place**

  11. Treatment for fractures and dislocation • Immobilize • Call 911 or go to ER

  12. Concussion • Results from a blow to the head • Can cause swelling of the brain • Warning signs include: • Headache • Vomiting • Dizziness • Loss of memory • Seek medical help immediately

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