FIRST AID - BASIC TIPS AND HOME REMEDIES
FIRST AID TIPS IN EMERGENCY Accidents can occur anytime and anywhere. With some care, they can be prevented. In case an accident does happen, you can be of help if you know Basic First Aid. Read each of the following carefully. You will be able to give vital first aid if needed. Remember always to seek help from an adult IMMEDIATELY. 1. RESPIRATION : If it is failing, give artificial respiration - MOUTH to MOUTH or MOUTH to NOSE. 2. BLEEDING : Arrest the bleeding and protect the wound. Apply direct or indirect pressure. Cover with a dressing., apply a pad and firm bandage. Elevate. Keep at rest. 3. FRACTURES : IMMOBILISE it with a well padded stiff support reaching the joints on either side. Apply bandages on either side of the site and at the joints on either side, support. 4. BURNS AND SCALDS : A burn is caused by dry heat and a scald by moist heat like steam, very hot water or oil. IMMEDIATELY cool the area with cold water - for 15 minutes till pa...