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First Aid

Accidents happen. Someone chokes on an ice cube or gets stung by a bee. It is important to know when to call 911 -- 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.

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.

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  1. First Aid (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... 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 ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/firstaid.html - Health Topics
  2. Unconsciousness - first aid 
    ... has a change in mental status, follow these first aid steps: Call or tell someone to call 911 ... American Red Cross. First Aid/CPR/AED Participant's Manual . 2nd ed. Dallas, TX: American Red Cross; 2016. www.pdfdrive.com/american-red-cross-first- ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000022.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Breathing difficulties - first aid 
    ... with on a regular basis. This article discusses first aid for someone who is having unexpected or sudden breathing problems. Breathing difficulties can range from: Being ... and gasping for air Feeling like you are not getting enough air
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000007.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Heart attack first aid 
    A heart attack is a medical emergency. Call 911 or the local emergency number if you think you or someone else is having a heart attack. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000063.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Drug use first aid 
    ... medicine or drug, including alcohol. This article discusses first aid for drug overdose and withdrawal. ... 3. If the person is having seizures, give first aid for seizures . 4. Keep monitoring the person's vital ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000016.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. First aid kit 
    ... ahead, you can create a well-stocked home first aid kit. Keep all of your supplies in one ... bags Face mask to reduce wound contamination risk First-aid manual Hand sanitizer Latex or non-latex gloves ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001958.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Choking - unconscious adult or child over 1 year 
    ... occur in as little as 4 minutes. Rapid first aid for choking can save a person's life. This ... or the local emergency number while you begin first aid and CPR. If you are alone, shout for ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000051.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Poisoning first aid 
    ... other means. Most poisonings occur by accident. Immediate first aid is very important in a poisoning emergency. The first aid you give before getting medical help can save ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007579.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Wounds and Injuries (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... clean them. Serious and infected wounds may require first aid followed by a visit to your doctor. You ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/woundsandinjuries.html - Health Topics
  10. Gastroenteritis: First Aid (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)  
    Gastroenteritis/Treatments and Therapies ... Gastroenteritis ... Rotavirus Infections/Treatments and Therapies ... Rotavirus Infections ... Mayo Foundation for Medical Education ...
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/.../basics/ART-20056595?p=1 - External Health Links
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