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First Aid for a Spinal Injury

Overview The possibility of a spinal injury must be considered anytime an accident involves the head, face, neck, or back. Permanent paralysis may be avoided if the injured person is kept from moving …

First Aid

… help someone else who has had an accident or injury. You'll learn the proper treatments … a Fish Hook Stuck in an Eye First Aid for a Spinal Injury First Aid for Chemical Burns … a Fish Hook Stuck in an Eye First Aid for a Spinal Injury First Aid for Chemical Burns …

Living With a Spinal Cord Injury

… handle problems such as pressure injuries , urinary tract infections , and muscle … This doctor is in charge of your medical care. This is often a physiatrist (a doctor … times, and the catheter isn't permanent. An indwelling Foley catheter. If you can't use …

Eye Injury First Aid for a Black Eye

… Overview A black eye is a type of bruise. Simple bruises are … should be gone in 2 to 3 weeks. Inspect the eyeball. Be sure to look at the eyeball for … for 15 minutes 3 or 4 times a day during the first 48 hours to help reduce swelling. Place …

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

Eye Injury First Aid for Minor Cuts

… pressure to the eyeball. Clean the cut. Wash your hands and wear gloves if they are … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you …

Eye Injury First Aid for Chemical Burns

… Overview Immediately flush the eye with cool water . Quickly diluting the chemical reduces the chance of serious eye damage. Fill a sink or dishpan with water. … face in the water, then open and close your eyelids to force water to all parts of your …

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 … possible. Wait until you reach shelter. The injury will be worse if your skin freezes, …

First Aid Kit for Travellers

… Mild laxative Antacid Antifungal ointment Antibacterial ointment 1% hydrocortisone ointment Medicine to prevent malaria, if you …

First Aid for Chemical Burns

… to treat the burn correctly to avoid further complications. Chemical burns rinsed with … to treat the burn correctly to avoid further complications. Chemical burns rinsed with …