Unintentional Injury Q3 Flashcards
is an immediate and temporary care given to a person who suddenly gets ill or injured.
First Aid
Give Items to Include in a First Aid Kit
- Bandages
- Gauze and Roll pads
- Adhesive tape
- First aid manual
- Gloves
- Safety Pins
- Thermometer
- Instant Cold Pack
- Elastic Bandages
- Emergency Blanket
- Scissors
- Triangular Bandages
- Tweezers
- Antiseptic wipes
- Emergency contact information/medical information for family members
4 Objectives of First Aid
- To save lives
- To prolong life
- To alleviate suffering
- To prevent further injury
5 Characteristics of a Good First Aider
- Gentle
- Observant
- Resourceful
- Tactful
- Sympathetic
does not cause pain and panic
Gentle
notices all signs
Observant
makes the best use of things at hand
Resourceful
does not frighten the victim
Tactful
comforts and reassures the victim
Sympathetic
6 ways of Carrying and Transporting
- Pack Strap Carry
- Shoulder Drag
- Blanket Drag
- Hammock Carry
- Chair or Seat Carry
- Bearer Along Side Carry
When the victim is smaller than the first aider
Pack Strap Carry
used when the floor is smooth, short distance transport
Shoulder Drag
used when the victim is seriously injured and should not be lifted.
Blanket Drag
used when there are three first aiders
Hammock Carry
When there are two first aiders and a chair is available
Chair or Seat Carry