first aid

What is first aid?

First aid is the immediate assistance given to a sick person or the injured before professional help arrives

What is the purpose of first aid ?

Speedy recovery

Prevent conditions from getting worse

What does DRSABC mean?

Danger , Response, send for help, airway, breathing, cpr compression

How many compression u should do ?

30 compression

What are the essentials that u knees need for a first aid kit

Bandage ,gauze , flashlights , detol, ointments, tape, cotton swabs , disposable gloves ,scissors, forcep , smelling salt

What is diagnosis?

It’s the identification of a disease by means of the signs and symptoms is presented.

what hazard ?

Is something that can cause harm or danger .

What is a pulse?

It’s is the contraction and expansion of an artery

What are signs of fainting?

Sweating profusely, low blood pressure , nausea

What contribute to fainting?

Hypotension hypertension pregnancy heat

What is diabetic mellitus

is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose (sugar) levels due to problems with insulin production, insulin action.

What is acute illness?

Condition comes on suddenly and stay period of time.

What is chronic illness?

Can develop slowly and last longer.

What are the signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus?

Polyuria excessive urination

Polydipsa excessive thirst

Polyphagia excessive hunger

Glycosuria sugar in the urine

What are hypoglycemia?

Hypoglycemia is when the blood glucose is low

Hyperglycemia

What is the first aid that u required to carry out

Bleeding control

Spinal injury

Cardiopulmonary rescue

Basic patient management

What should u consider during assessment?

Safety, cause&extent to injury, consciousness, number of casualties, medical alert and history, seek help from bystanders, seek permission