First Aid Flashcards

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Symptoms of a heart attack

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Symptoms include tightness or pain in the chest, neck, back, or arms, as well as fatigue, lightheadedness, abnormal heartbeat, and anxiety.

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Symptoms of head injury

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Immediate or delayed symptoms may include confusion, blurry vision, and concentration difficulty

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Symptoms of allergic reaction

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Itchy, watery eyes.
Itchy nose.
Sneezing.
Runny nose.
Rashes.
Hives (a rash with raised red patches)
Stomach cramps.
Vomiting.
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Symptoms of stroke

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Symptoms of stroke include trouble walking, speaking, and understanding, as well as paralysis or numbness of the face, arm, or leg.

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What do you do for someone in shock

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Lay the person down if possible, elevate the person’s feet about 12 inches, begin CPR if necessary, treat obvious injuries, keep the person warm and comfortable

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What do you do for someone having a stroke

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Call 911, provide CPR if needed, keep them warm and comfortable, do not give them any food or liquids

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How do you treat a nose bleed

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sit down and firmly pinch the soft part of your nose, just above your nostrils, for at least 10-15 minutes.
lean forward and breathe through your mouth – this will drain blood into your nose instead of down the back of your throat.

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Symptoms of low body temperature

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Shivering.
Slurred speech or mumbling.
Slow, shallow breathing.
Weak pulse.
Clumsiness or lack of coordination.
Drowsiness or very low energy.
Confusion or memory loss.
Loss of consciousness.
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Symptoms of heat stroke

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Throbbing headache.
Dizziness and light-headedness.
Lack of sweating despite the heat.
Red, hot, and dry skin.
Muscle weakness or cramps.
Nausea and vomiting.
Rapid heartbeat, which may be either strong or weak.
Rapid, shallow breathing.
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