First Aid Steps And Emergency Action
First Aid Emergency
Accidents can happen anytime, anywhere and to anyone. It is sensible to anticipate that things can go wrong and be prepared for them. If you are prepared with the first aid steps, you will also be able to help anyone in danger.
Assess the situation quickly. Ascertain how badly the person is hurt and if or how you will be able to help. Before rendering first aid, always ensure your safety first. If you put yourself in peril, then you will not be able to help the victim and may end up as one yourself.
Before proceeding to help, protect yourself with protective gear as may be necessary like jacket, fireproof material, caps, and gloves. Also judge if there is any apparent danger to you or the victim. For example, in a traffic mishap, you may have to be careful that oncoming vehicles don’t hit you too. If there are other dangers like a burning building, it is obviously better to wait for the authorities, rather than try to rescue the people in danger by yourself.
As you rush to help, simultaneously take in clues as to why or how the person came to be in this situation. Look for the location, telltale signs on or around the person or listen to what the witnesses to the incident are saying. You may be able to gather some useful information from all this which may help the process or the authorities when they arrive.
Approach the victim and gently greet them, asking if they are all right, looking for responsiveness. If they are able to coherently respond with their eyes open it implies they are alert. If they are not alert and are unresponsive, try to evoke response by gently tapping them on the shoulder or squeezing their ear. It is important not to inflict pain as such but to try evoking a response to the stimulus. If this is unsuccessful, immediately call for professional help.
If you note that the victim is completely unconscious, you should immediately call for an ambulance. Waiting to assess the situation may imperil their life. If you find yourself alone with the unconscious person who is an adult, you may leave them, if necessary, to call for professional help. If the person is an unconscious child, assess them and confirm if they are breathing. If not, perform CPR for two minutes.
If there are other people nearby, ask them to send for help while you help the victim. In case of an accident involving more than one person, quickly ascertain the gravity of the situation and also who requires most help. Whoever faces a greater threat to their life is in most danger. Rush to their aid immediately. If possible, simultaneously call for help.
Finally, provide treatment only if you are trained to do so. When in doubt, always call for professional help. Never attempt to do something that you are not completely sure of. Your carelessness may cost them their life and may also open you up for legal action.
Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to Emergency Medical Procedures and First Aid (Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to First Aid &)
by: Paul S. Auerbach MD MS FACEP FAWM
publisher: Mosby, published: 2009-06-19
ASIN: 0323068138
EAN: 9780323068130
sales rank: 13643
price: $17.33 (new), $20.02 (used)
Named a top 10 medical title in 2009 by the Wall Street Journal.
Since 1986, Medicine for the Outdoors has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with step-by-step instructions, how-to explanations, and practical approaches to outdoor and wilderness emergencies, it tells you the best ways to respond to just about any medical problem when help is miles or days away. Author Paul S. Auerbach, MD, MS, FACEP, FAWM, is recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on wilderness medicine. This 5th edition features major updates to bring you the latest on emerging infectious diseases…the most current drug and dosage information…an increased emphasis on making do with the materials at hand…and much more. Logically organized, easy to reference, and simple to understand, Medicine for the Outdoors may literally save your life. When you’re venturing into mountains, deserts, forests, jungles, or out to sea, it belongs in your duffel or backpack!
- Provides the most diverse and comprehensive coverage of medical conditions related to the outdoors.
- Offers logical and complete explanations of every topic.
- Includes numerous drawings and instructions to enhance your understanding of the descriptive material.
- Contains recommendations for injury and illness prevention.
- Features a comprehensive index that helps you locate answers quickly.
- Offers an increased emphasis on making do with the materials at hand (like using a fanny pack as a cervical collar).
- Presents the latest guidance on dangerous infections like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), avian flu, and West Nile virus.
- Offers current and accurate drug and dosage information via careful updates throughout.
- Provides new safety recommendations on avalanches, forest fires, bear attacks, and more.
- Demonstrates how to apply various bandages and splints with the aid of brand-new drawings.
American Medical Association Handbook of First Aid and Emergency Care
by: American Medical Association
publisher: Random House Reference, published: 2009-05-05
ASIN: 1400007127
EAN: 9781400007127
sales rank: 141702
price: $10.02 (new), $6.94 (used)
The ultimate first aid handbook from the experts!
The AMA Handbook of First Aid and Medical Care is the go-to reference for emergencies that no home will want to be without. Full of practical, clear, and easy-to-understand advice, this resource ensures that every household is prepared for any type of medical situation. Includes line drawings and instructions to help people through emergency situations, as well as a medical information chart that everyone should have on hand.
Includes information on:
• First aid procedures
• CPR positions
• When to call a doctor
• Disaster preparedness
• What to do in the emergency room
• Sports injuries
The American Medical Association is the world’s most respected and renowned authority in medicine. Founded in 1847, it is the largest and most prestigious professional association for doctors in the United States. The AMA is also the publisher of the acclaimed medical periodical JAMA, which features groundbreaking medical research studies.
The Pocket First-Aid Field Guide: Treatment and Prevention of Outdoor Emergencies (Skyhorse Pocket Guides)
by: George E. Dvorchak Jr.
publisher: Skyhorse Publishing, published: 2010-10-06
ASIN: 1616081155
EAN: 9781616081157
sales rank: 137198
price: $3.92 (new), $3.92 (used)
Everything you need to know about first-aid for when you need to know it!
Practical advice for the on-the-go outdoorsman, this field-friendly guide is essential for anyone interested in first-aid preparation and care. Here is advice useful on a hike or for any fishing trip, including step-by-step instructions on dealing with fractures, suturing wounds, treating eyes and ears, managing allergic reactions, and more. With common sense advice, and in a handy, portable package, this is one little book that no one should be without in a campsite or in their forest hideaway. 35 color illustrations
Medical Emergencies & First Aid : How to Perform CPR
When performing CPR, the first step is to gain pertinent information through a visual examination, such as whether or not the person is breathing. Discover how to perform every step of the CPR process with help from an EMT in this free video on CPR. Expert: Brian Luscomb Bio: Brian Luscomb is an EMT at the City of Humble Fire Department in Texas. Filmmaker: Kevin Haberer
Basic First Aid & Emergency Medical Treatment : Basic First Aid: Controlling Bleeding
Learn how to apply pressure point techniques on wound care and how to control bleeding and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional video. Expert: Amy Pearson Contact: www.opportunityresources.org Bio: Amy Pearson is certified to teach First Aid and CPR. She has been teaching these classes to staff at Opportunity Resources Inc. in Missoula, Montana, for nine years. Filmmaker: Paige Williams
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