Basic Principles of First Aid
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What is the primary goal of first aid?

  • To preserve life, prevent further harm, and promote recovery (correct)
  • To identify the type and severity of the injury or illness
  • To check the scene for safety
  • To substitute for medical care
  • What should you do when approaching a casualty?

  • Check the scene for safety (correct)
  • Check the casualty's airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs)
  • Administer epinephrine using an EpiPen or other auto-injector
  • Apply direct pressure to the wound using a clean cloth or gauze
  • How do you stop bleeding?

  • Apply direct pressure to the wound using a clean cloth or gauze (correct)
  • Apply antibiotic ointment and cover with a bandage
  • Elevate the injured limb above heart level
  • Loosen tight clothing and keep them warm
  • What do you do when someone has a burn?

    <p>Remove clothing and jewelry near the burned area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you do when someone is in cardiac arrest?

    <p>Call for emergency medical help and start CPR if trained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you do when someone has an allergic reaction?

    <p>Identify the allergen and remove it if possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you do when someone is in shock?

    <p>Lay the casualty down with their legs elevated 12-18 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in a standard first aid kit?

    <p>Bandages and band-aids, gauze and medical tape, antiseptic wipes and antibiotic ointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Basic Principles of First Aid

    • First aid is the initial care given to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill.
    • The primary goal of first aid is to preserve life, prevent further harm, and promote recovery.
    • First aid is not a substitute for medical care, but rather a temporary measure until medical help is available.

    Assessment of the Situation

    • Check the scene for safety before approaching the casualty.
    • Check the casualty's airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs).
    • Identify the type and severity of the injury or illness.

    Common First Aid Techniques

    Wound Care

    • Stop bleeding by applying pressure to the wound.
    • Clean and dress the wound to prevent infection.
    • Apply antibiotic ointment and cover with a bandage.

    Burns

    • Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes.
    • Remove clothing and jewelry near the burned area.
    • Apply a topical antibiotic ointment and cover with a non-stick dressing.

    Bleeding

    • Apply direct pressure to the wound using a clean cloth or gauze.
    • Elevate the injured limb above heart level.
    • Apply a tourniquet or hemostatic agent if necessary.

    Cardiac Arrest

    • Call for emergency medical help.
    • Start CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if trained.
    • Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) if available.

    Allergic Reactions

    • Identify the allergen and remove it if possible.
    • Administer epinephrine using an EpiPen or other auto-injector.
    • Provide rescue breathing and CPR if necessary.

    Shock

    • Lay the casualty down with their legs elevated 12-18 inches.
    • Loosen tight clothing and keep them warm.
    • Monitor vital signs and provide reassurance.

    Common First Aid Supplies

    • Bandages and band-aids
    • Gauze and medical tape
    • Antiseptic wipes and antibiotic ointment
    • Pain relievers and antihistamines
    • Eye wash and burn cream
    • CPR mask and AED
    • First aid manual or guide

    Basic Principles of First Aid

    • First aid is the initial care given to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill.
    • The primary goal of first aid is to preserve life, prevent further harm, and promote recovery.
    • First aid is not a substitute for medical care, but rather a temporary measure until medical help is available.

    Assessment of the Situation

    • Check the scene for safety before approaching the casualty.
    • Check the casualty's airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs).
    • Identify the type and severity of the injury or illness.

    Wound Care

    • Stop bleeding by applying pressure to the wound.
    • Clean and dress the wound to prevent infection.
    • Apply antibiotic ointment and cover with a bandage.

    Burns

    • Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes.
    • Remove clothing and jewelry near the burned area.
    • Apply a topical antibiotic ointment and cover with a non-stick dressing.

    Bleeding

    • Apply direct pressure to the wound using a clean cloth or gauze.
    • Elevate the injured limb above heart level.
    • Apply a tourniquet or hemostatic agent if necessary.

    Cardiac Arrest

    • Call for emergency medical help.
    • Start CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if trained.
    • Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) if available.

    Allergic Reactions

    • Identify the allergen and remove it if possible.
    • Administer epinephrine using an EpiPen or other auto-injector.
    • Provide rescue breathing and CPR if necessary.

    Shock

    • Lay the casualty down with their legs elevated 12-18 inches.
    • Loosen tight clothing and keep them warm.
    • Monitor vital signs and provide reassurance.

    Common First Aid Supplies

    • Bandages and band-aids
    • Gauze and medical tape
    • Antiseptic wipes and antibiotic ointment
    • Pain relievers and antihistamines
    • Eye wash and burn cream
    • CPR mask and AED
    • First aid manual or guide

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    Learn the fundamental principles of first aid, including preservation of life, prevention of further harm, and promotion of recovery. Understand the importance of assessing the situation and checking the casualty's ABCs.

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