What are 3 things that you think of when you hear the words “first aid”?

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What are 3 things that you think of when you hear the words “first aid”?

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Chapter 19 Lesson 4Basic First Aid

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First Aid

Immediate and temporary care given to someone ill or injured

Can prevent further damage

Can be the difference between life and death

Stay Calm

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Be Prepared

Might be needed at any time

List Emergency Numbers-911

Health Records

First aid kit in car and home

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Universal Precautions

Treating all blood as if it is contaminated

Gloves

Facemask

Face Shield

Avoid objects that may be contaminated

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Basic First Aid Kit

Tweezers/Scissors

Thermometer, cotton swabs, blanket, ice pack

Certain medications

Bandages and Gauze

Misc.

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The First Steps

Recognize Signs of an Emergency› Use your senses

› Be Aware

› Be prepared to act

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The First Steps

Decide to Act› Evaluate and Decide› Know Your Limits› Make sure you can stay safe› Good Samaritan Laws protect those who

help› Do Not Hesitate

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The First Steps

Call for Help› 911

› Stay Calm

› Dispatcher will assist you

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The First Steps

Provide Care till Help Arrives› Stay with them

› Prevent shock/Hypothermia

› Prevent heat problems

› Try not to move them

› Use CPR if needed