Introduction to first aid
Definition
IS AN IMMEDIATE CARE GIVEN TO A
PERSON WHO HAS BEEN INJURED OR
SUDDENLY TAKEN ILL. IT INCLUDES SELF
HELP AND HOME CARE IF MEDICAL
ASSISTANCE IS NOT AVAILABLE OR
DELAYED.
AIMS OF FIRST AID
Preserve life
Prevent Worsening
Promote Recovery
The role of the first aider
Assessing the situation
Protecting from danger
Getting Help
Prioritising treatment
Minimising infection risks
First Aid Equipment
• SPINE BOARD
* * SET OF SPLINTS
POLES/BLANKETS
SHORT BOARDS
RUBBING A LCOHO L
• POVIDONE IODINE
• GAUGE PADS
• P LASTER
• DRESSINGS
• BANDAGES
• G LOVES
• SCISSORS
• FORCEPS
• TONGUE DEPRESSOR
• COT TON
• PLASTIC STRIPS (BAND AID)