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CONTENTS
Chapter
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3. How to Administer Adult CPR
(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
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7. How to React During an
Earthquake
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Steps
Tips
Warnings
Steps
Adhesive dressings, of
varied size and shape, from regular Band-Aid shapes to small squares to large
A thermometer
Insect Repellant
roller bandages
triangular bandages
sterile saline
Tips
Warnings
Wash tweezers, scissors, and thermometer
after each use.
Steps
Tips
Warnings
You should learn this at a certified CPR class.
Training organizations such as the American Heart Association, American Red Cross and other
societies in many countries offer such classes. If you have no knowledge of CPR, go to one of the
classes. They will show you how to do this without mistakes, which are very crucial.
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Steps
Look at the Things You'll Need to see what
your kit should contain.
A minimum of two
pairs of Latex gloves for the smallest kit. Remember, it may be a stranger who needs your help and
having a latex barrier will help prevent infection.
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Adhesive bandages in a
variety of sizes
Gauze pads
Micropore
tape
Tweezers
Scissors
Thermometer
Prescription medications
you take every day such as insulin, heart medicine and asthma inhalers.
You should periodically
rotate medicines to account for expiration dates and have a plan for refrigerated insulin.
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nonperishable
Tips
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Family Radio System (FRS) radios can be
useful in keeping in touch with your friends or family in a small area when telephones are out.
Peanut butter
Dried fruit
Nuts
Crackers
Canned juices
Non-perishable pasteurized
milk
Vitamins
Comfort/stress foods
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Warnings
Local maps
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Fire Extinguisher
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5. How to Avoid Danger During Civil Unrest
Steps
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Tips
If you know civil unrest is occurring, the best
thing you can do is stay far away from it. Do not venture into a riot to gawk or to find out what it's
about.
Warnings
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Warnings
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Steps
Avoid unstable items and buildings.
Injuries and deaths during earthquakes are caused by falling objects and collapsing structures, and
are largely avoidable. Take extra care in your home to ensure minimal damage or injury.
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Tips
A flashlight or two
Batteries
Gauze
Adhesive dressings
Tweezers
Small scissors
Rubbing alcohol
Warnings
Fire extinguisher