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First Aid for Electrical Burns

… Overview The first steps to take when a person is in … how we develop our content . … Overview The first steps to take when a person is in …

First Aid for Chemical Burns

… what steps to take next. 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 …

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 …

First Aid for Tar or Plastic Burns

Overview Immediately run cold water over the hot tar or hot plastic to cool the tar or plastic and stop the burning. Do not attempt to peel the tar or plastic off after it has cooled. This may remove …

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

… Overview Immediately flush the eye with cool water . Fill a sink or dishpan … face in the water, then open and close your eyelids to force water to all parts of your eye. You can also flush your eye under a …

Home Treatment First Aid for Cold Exposure

… Overview First aid measures may prevent further heat loss and … or toes) are really cold or frozen, try these first aid measures to warm the areas. Avoid …

Burns and scalds in young children

… 123 Young children, who are naturally curious and like to explore, are at high risk of burns and scalds. The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from …

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, …

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 … in the armpits. Severe vomiting and diarrhea. Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Even with …