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First Aid

… Heat-Related Illnesses Heatstroke: Emergency Symptoms Heimlich Manoeuvre for Adults and … Older Snake and Lizard Bites Snake Antivenom Snakebite: Symptoms of a Pit Viper Bite Sore Throat and Other Throat …

Home Treatment First Aid for Cold Exposure

… to rewarm if help is not available and other home treatments are not working to warm you up. … to rewarm if help is not available and other home treatments are not working to warm you …

First Aid Kit for Travellers

… Overview What you pack in your first aid kit will depend on where and how long you … Oral rehydration solution packets Basic first aid items (adhesive bandages, gauze, …

First Aid for Chemical Burns

… Most chemical burns of the skin are treated first by rinsing (flushing) the chemical off … with mineral oil. The most important first aid for a chemical in the eye is to … Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family …

Emergency First Aid for Heatstroke

… Overview Heatstroke occurs when the body fails to … °F) or higher. Signs of rapidly progressing heatstroke include: Unconsciousness for longer … and diarrhea. Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Even with immediate treatment, it …

First Aid for Electrical Burns

… or her from the electrical source. Electrical burns can affect the electrical activity of … . What should I do about electrical burns that aren't as serious? Rinse the burns with water, and apply a bandage. There …

First Aid for Low Back Pain

… Overview For the first day or two of back pain, take it easy. … ice. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen, seem to … Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You are …

Eye Injury First Aid for a Black Eye

… Be sure to look at the eyeball for possible injury. Use ice or cold. Apply ice or cold … for 15 minutes 3 or 4 times a day during the first 48 hours to help reduce swelling. Place … for 15 minutes 3 or 4 times a day during the first 48 hours to help reduce swelling. Place …

Eye Injury First Aid for Chemical Burns

… all areas of your eye are rinsed. This is the first thing a doctor would do. Call a poison … all areas of your eye are rinsed. This is the first thing a doctor would do. Call a poison …

Eye Injury First Aid for Heat Burns

… all areas of your eye are rinsed. This is the first thing a doctor would do. Keep flushing … all areas of your eye are rinsed. This is the first thing a doctor would do. Keep flushing …