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First Aid For A Foreign Object in The Eye

Facts About Foreign Objects in The Eye A foreign body in the eye is when something hits the eye from the outside and causes pain, vision or other genes Sand, dust or insects are usually very shallow. Welding particles may penetrate deeper while metal pieces that hit the eye at high speed may penetrate deep into the cornea or conjunctiva By dusting and driping a dye into the eye, the doctor may see any corneal ulcer Most often there are no complications, but inflammation of the cornea or conjunctiva and scar tissue can cause visual disturbances What is a foreign body in the eye? Photo of normal eye Most people have tried to get something in the eye and know […]

First Aid For A Foreign Object in The Nose

Facts About Object in The Nose It is quite common for young children to put something up in the nose and the object can block air passage If the article is sharp, it can damage the mucosa in the nose and a little nose bleed If you can see the item, try to remove it with tweezers or similar You must avoid pushing the foreign body further up Background It is quite common for young children to put small objects into the nose The object can block the nose and cause an infection If the article is sharp, it can damage the mucous membrane of the nose and give a nose bleed First aid If a foreign body is stuck […]

First Aid For A Foreign Object in The Respiratory Tract

Facts About Objects in The Respiratory Tract For example, a foreign body in the upper respiratory tract may be food or toys Symptoms occur suddenly, often during a meal or in a child under the play The person coughs and whispers and shows signs of panic. In pronounced cases, the person becomes red or blue or may die If the person can cough and speak, it is sufficient to keep the person under supervision, or sometimes his back or chest is sometimes knocked If the person is in trouble, 112 is called and he is ready for resuscitation In larger children and adults, Heimlich manoeuvres can be tried: one is behind the person and with both hands pressed / the […]

First Aid For Foreign Objects Under The Skin

Facts About Objects Under The Skin A foreign body under the skin is any object that comes from the outside and penetrates or sits in the skin If possible, try to remove it with tweezers or similar Otherwise, seek medical advice to get it removed and assess if there is a need for tetanus shot Situation A foreign body such as a wooden block, a glass cut or a metal piece that penetrates the skin is rarely clean and can cause infection If a splint / chips stick out of the skin, remove it with tweezers or flat pliers If the end of the splint / tile is not visible, seek medical attention as it is easy to push the […]

First Aid For Child That Has Ingested A Poisonous Plant

Facts About Poisonous Plants Most plants, shrubs and trees are harmless. However, a few may cause discomfort if you ingest them. They may cause stomach upset and vomiting or irritation if they come on the skin or in the eyes The amount is crucial. Rinse leftovers away from skin or eyes. Give something to drink when consumed, it dilutes the poison You should know which plants grow in your close environment (garden) Most plants, bushes and trees we surround ourselves with both inside and outside are fortunately harmless but unfortunately not all. However, it is rarely a problem for older people. But if you have small children, it is important that you know which plants are poisonous and what to […]

First Fid For Mushroom Poisoning

Facts For Mushroom Poisoning If you suspect mushroom poisoning, you should contact the Toothbrush Save any mushrooms If you have the opportunity, take a picture of the mushroom with your smartphone – and send the image to the emergency medics You should talk to the medics about what to do next, including active charcoal administration If you think you or your child have eaten poisonous fungi, the Gift Line recommends the following first aid: In case of suspected mushroom poisoning Store residues of the mushroom, possibly the fungus vomiting Take a picture of the mushroom. The gift line can receive pictures via phone Try to describe the mushroom and the area where the mushroom was picked in: garden, park, lawn, […]

First Aid For Exposure to Poisonous Plants

Facts About Poisonous Plants If there are eaten plants, one should Remove any plant residues from the oral cavity Give something to drink Contact the Help Line If plant suds has come on the skin or in the eyes, rinse immediately with water In some cases there may be a need to provide medicated activated charcoal. However, the venom should be contacted before deciding on this If your child has eaten poisonous plants or has annoying plant suds on the skin or in the eye, the line of recommendation recommends the following first aid measures: First aid when eaten or tasted on plant material Remove plant residues from the mouth Immediately give the child something to drink Save any plant […]

First Aid For Alcohol and Drug Poisoning

Facts About Alcohol and Drug Poisoning If you take alcohol, drugs or prescription medication (or a mixture of all 3) in larger amounts, it can cause symptoms of poisoning In many cases, the consciousness / balance of the poison is affected, which may fall and incur damage. Breathing and temperature can be affected What is alcohol and drug poisoning? Ingestion of alcohol, drugs or drugs (or a mixture of all 3) in such an amount that it gives symptoms. Background Taking larger amounts of alcohol and medicine can cause severe physical and mental reactions The person may fall and incur damage If you are not conscious, there is a risk that you can throw up, get the vomiting in your […]

First Aid For Human Bites

Facts About Human Bites Human beings are like animal suffering from the risk of inflammation due to the bacteria and viruses found in the mouth In case of suspected inflammation, contact a physician Antibiotic treatment may be necessary What is it? Human bites can often be as serious or serious as animal bites because of the types of bacteria and viruses found in human beings First aid If you are exposed to a human bite that passes through the skin, you should do the following: Stop bleeding by pressing against the wound Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water In case of suspected inflammation consult doctor Put a clean bandage on Search urgent help If you have not received […]

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