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What is the primary goal of providing first aid?
What is the primary goal of providing first aid?
- To preserve life and prevent the condition from worsening (correct)
- To administer medications
- To replace professional medical help
- To provide long-term medical care
What is the focus of mental health first aid?
What is the focus of mental health first aid?
- Extending first aid to cover mental health (correct)
- Providing physical first aid
- Administering medications for mental health issues
- Conducting psychological evaluations
What is the purpose of psychological first aid?
What is the purpose of psychological first aid?
- Delivering long-term counseling
- Providing emergency medical care
- Conducting psychiatric assessments
- Early treatment of people at risk for developing PTSD (correct)
What is conflict first aid focused on?
What is conflict first aid focused on?
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What are the generally associated steps with first aid?
What are the generally associated steps with first aid?
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First Aid Overview
- The primary goal of providing first aid is to preserve life, prevent further harm, and promote recovery.
Types of First Aid
- Mental health first aid focuses on providing initial support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health issue.
- Psychological first aid aims to reduce stress, anxiety, and other negative emotions, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.
- Conflict first aid is focused on reducing the impact of conflict on individuals and communities, promoting peaceful resolution and rebuilding.
First Aid Steps
- Generally, first aid involves the following steps:
- Assessing the situation and ensuring safety
- Calling for medical help if necessary
- Providing care for wounds, bleeding, or other injuries
- Providing emotional support and comfort
- Continuing care until medical help arrives
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