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RA 9163 is also known as…
RA 10121 is also known as…
Which of the following is not the characteristic of a good
first aider?
Considered as the overall aim of all first aiders.
Which of the following is not the use of bandaging?
 • Preserve Life – your first aim is to preserve life by
carrying out emergency first aid procedures.
Preserving life should always be the overall aim of
all first aiders. Remember though, this includes your
own life. You should never put yourself or others in
danger.
Remember • Prevent Deterioration – the second aim of first aid is
to prevent the casualty’s condition from deteriorating
the 3Ps: any further. You should attempt to make the area as
Preserve, safe as possible and removing any dangers. If
Prevent, and removing danger is not possible, you should attempt
to remove the patient from the danger or call for
Promote specialist for help.
• Promote Recovery – finally, you can promote recovery
by arranging prompt emergency medical help. In
addition, simple first aid can significantly affect the
long-term recovery of an injury. For example,
quacking cooling a burn will reduce the risk of long-
term scarring and will encourage early healing.
 Characteristics
of a Good First
Aider
• Gentle – should not cause pain.
• Resourceful – should make the
best use of things at hand.
• Observant – should notice all
signs.
• Tactful – should not alarm the
victim.
• Emphatic – should be comforting.
• Respectable – should maintain a
professional and caring attitude.
 UNFAVORABLE PRESSURE FROM VICTIM OR
SURROUNDINGS RELATIVES
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 BANDAGING is used to:

To support –fractured bone

 To immobilize – dislocated
shoulder/jaw
 To apply pressure- stop
bleeding and venous flow
 To secure dressing in place
To retain splints in place