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ADRIANA ALVECIA JULIAN FIRST AID AND CPR: LECTURE 1, Purpose: First aid…
ADRIANA ALVECIA JULIAN
FIRST AID AND CPR: LECTURE 1
Definition
- First aid is the skilled application of accepted principles of treatment
during an injury or illness using available materials and facilities
- aims to treat a
casualty until professional medical help is available
Principles of First Aid
Stay calm
Assess the Situation
Safety First
Early Treatment
Comfort and Reassure
First Aid Priorities
Assess the Situation: Quickly and calmly understand the nature of the
emergency.
Ensure Safety: Protect yourself and any casualties from danger.
Prevent Cross-Infection: Take measures to prevent infection between
yourself and the casualty
Provide Reassurance: Comfort and reassure casualties at all times
Assess the Casualty: Identify, as far as possible, the injury or illness
affecting the casualty.
Provide Early Treatment: Treat the casualties with the most serious
conditions first
Call for Help: Arrange for appropriate medical assistance.
Stay with the Casualty: Remain with the casualty until professional help
arrives.
Key Steps for an Effective First Aider
Be calm
Be Aware of Risks
Build and Maintain Trust
Early Treatment
Call for Help
Self-Care
Purpose: First aid is given to:
• Preserve life
• Prevent the condition from worsening
• Promote recovery
Protection from Infection
Use Protective Equipment
Clean the Area
Personal Hygiene
Proper Disposal
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Wear gloves, masks, and other protective
equipment to avoid contact with bodily fluids
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Wash hands thoroughly after providing first aid to avoid
self-contamination.
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Ensure the area is as clean as possible to reduce the risk of
infection.
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Dispose of used materials safely to prevent contamination