Facts About Traffic Accidents Create an overview of the situation Stop the accident, prioritise your own safety first. Secure the scene for injured persons Call help – describe how many, what and where Provide life-saving first aid where needed Take the lead until qualified help comes Get an overview of […]
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First Aid For A Foreign Object in The Ear
Facts About Foreign Objects in The Ear Many children stop something in their ear and it can also happen to adults It usually only hurts if it’s something sharp or if the foreign body has come a long way If there is a risk of pushing the foreign body further […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
Continue readingFirst 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 […]
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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 […]
Continue readingFirst 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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