First Aid
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Accidents happen. Someone chokes on an ice cube or gets stung by a bee. It is important to know when to call 9-1-1 -- it is for life-threatening emergencies. While waiting for help to arrive, you may be able to save someone's life. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is for people whose hearts or breathing has stopped and the Heimlich maneuver is for people who are choking. CPR should only be done if you have had the training.
You can also learn to handle common injuries and wounds. Cuts and scrapes, for example, should be rinsed with cool water. To stop bleeding, apply firm but gentle pressure, using gauze. If blood soaks through, add more gauze, keeping the first layer in place. Continue to apply pressure.
It is important to have a first aid kit available. Keep one at home and one in your car. It should include a first-aid guide. Read the guide to learn how to use the items, so you are ready in case an emergency happens.
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First Aid for Eyes
my.clevelandclinic.org — “First Aid for Eyes” View full resource at my.clevelandclinic.org
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Wilderness First Aid
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First Aid & Safety
kidshealth.org — “Keeping your child safe is your top priority. Learn how to protect your child inside the house and out, what to do in an emergency, how to stock a first-aid kit, where to call for help, and more.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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First Aid & Safety
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First Aid & Safety Center
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First Aid for Your Back
spine-health.com — “Even if the pain is severe, episodes of back pain - and pain from ongoing back conditions - can be somewhat relieved with some first aid methods you can do at home.” View full resource at spine-health.com
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Sciatica First Aid
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CPR, First Aid and AED
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First Aid App
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Revised guidelines for first aid
news-medical.net — “The American Red Cross and American Heart Association today announced changes to guidelines for administering first aid. Among the revisions are updated recommendations for the treatment of snake bites, anaphylaxis (shock), jellyfish stings and severe bleeding. The First Aid Guidelines are being published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association.” View full resource at news-medical.net
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First Aid -- familydoctor.org
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Dr Richardson Doctor, Family Medicine Doctor, and Physician
Basic First Aid http://t.co/aCHRf7H first aid kit, cuts, burns, CPR, heatstroke, poisoning, sports injuries & more via @familydoctor
Psychological First Aid For Survivors Of Disaster
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First Aid | Courses | Middlesex | Emergency First Aid Certificate
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