HEALTH POINTERS

Roles of First Aid

1. It is a bridge that fills the gap between the victim and the physician.
2. It is not intended to compete with or to take the place of the services of the physician.
3. It ends when the services of the physician begins
Objectives of First Aid
1. To save lives
2. To prolong life
3. To alleviate suffering
4. To prevent further injury
Characteristics of a good first aider
1. Gentle - does not cause pain and panic
2. Observant - notices all signs
3. Resourceful - makes the best use of things at hand
4. Tactful - does not frighten the victim
5. Sympathetic - comforts and reassures the victim

Principles of First Aid

(Do’s in Giving First Aid)
1. DO stay calm.
2. DO reassure and comfort the victim.
3. DO check for a medical bracelet indicating a condition, such as epilepsy or diabetes.
4. DO loosen any tight clothing.
5. DO keep the victim covered to reduce shock
(Don’ts in Giving First Aid)

1. DON’T give food and drink to an unconscious person.

2. DON’T move an injured person unless you need to place him/her in the recovery
position.