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DIRECTION:
Arrange the letters to form
the correct word.
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RSTIF IDA
Unintentional
Injury:
The Basic of
First Aid
Some Example
First Aid
It is an immediate and temporary care
given to a person who suddenly gets ill
or injured. It includes self-help and
home care if medical assistance is not
available or delayed.
First Aider
It is a trained personnel who
performs / execute first aid.
Objectives of First Aid
1. To save lives
2. To prolong life
3. To alleviate suffering
4. To prevent further injury
Roles of First Aid
1. He / She bridge the gap
between the victim and the
physician.
Roles of First Aid
2. He / She does not compete
with or to take place of the
services of the physician.
Roles of First Aid
3. His / Her role ends when the
services of the physician begins.
Characteristics of a
Good First Aider
Gentle- does not cause pain
and panic
Observant- notices all signs
Characteristics of a
Good First Aider
Resourceful- makes the best use
of things at hand
Tactful- does not frighten the
victim
Characteristics of a
Good First Aider
Sympathetic- comforts and
reassures the victim
Principles of First Aid DO’S
1. stay calm
2. reassure and comfort the victim
3. check for medical bracelet
4. loosen any tight clothing
5. keep the victim covered to reduce shock
Principles of First Aid
DONT'S
3. To revive circulation,
perform CPR immediately.
Two ways to conduct physical
examination when giving first aid:
2. Secondary Survey
Secondary survey is used when the
victim is conscious or has revived. It
aims to detect everything about the
patient’s condition.
A. History Taking
SAMPLE PAIN is the mnemonic in order to perform the steps more easily.
Triangular Tubular
Ace Bandage
Bandage Bandage
Two Phases of Bandaging
Open phase bandaging
Used for wounds on top and back of
the head, chest, back, hand, and foot,
and as arm sling.
Two Phases of Bandaging
Cravat phase bandaging
Used for wounds that need extra support like
wound on the eye, forehead, ear, cheek, jaw,
shoulder, hip, arm, leg, elbow, knee, and palm
and for a sprained ankle. The narrower the
cravat is, the greater pressure it will give.
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