PE Lesson 10 - Basic First Aid Flashcards
plays an integral part in administration of basic first aid. It will give you
an advantage in all aspects of being a good first aider.
Physical Fitness
It is for everyone and everywhere and it saves lives.
First Aid
OBJECTIVES of First Aid (4)
To save lives
To prolong life
To alleviate suffering and pain
To prevent further injury
ROLES of First Aid (3)
It is the bridge that fills the gap between the victim and physician.
It is not intended to compete with or to take the place of the services of the physician.
It ends when the services of the physician start.
Characteristic: does not cause more pain and panic.
Gentle
Characteristic: notices all signs
Keen Observant
Characteristic: makes the use of any available material.
Resourcefulness
Characteristic: does not frighten the victim
Tactful
Characteristic: comforts and reassures the victim.
Sympathetic
HINDRANCES in Giving First Aid (3)
Presence of Crowd
Unfavorable Surroundings
Pressure from the victim or relatives
unplanned situation or event that resulted in mishap.
Accident
a person giving first aid
First Aider
the injured person
Victim
an abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid.
Swelling
sterile cloth used to cover wounds.
Dressing
