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🔥 Seizure/Epilepsy

Make the person safe and prevent injury. Protect their head using a blanket or clothing. Do not restrain their movements. After the seizure, place them on their side with their head tilted back.

🩸 Bleeding

Apply direct pressure to the wound using a sterile dressing or clean cloth to control bleeding. If possible, elevate the injured area above heart level. Once bleeding is controlled, secure the dressing with a bandage.

🌡️ Fever

Keep the person cool with light clothing and fluids. Monitor temperature. Seek medical advice if fever is very high or lasts longer than 2 days.

⚡ Electric Shock

Ensure the area is safe before approaching. Do not touch the person if they are still in contact with the electrical source. Turn off the power supply if possible. Once safe, check for responsiveness and breathing, and provide CPR if necessary.

😮 Choking (Adults)

For adults, encourage the person to cough. If ineffective, give up to 5 back blows between the shoulder blades. If still choking, perform up to 5 abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver). Alternate between back blows and abdominal thrusts until the blockage is cleared or help arrives.

👶 Choking (Babies)

For babies under 1 year, place the baby face down along your forearm with their head lower than their chest. Give up to 5 back blows between the shoulder blades. If still choking, turn the baby over and give up to 5 chest thrusts. Never perform abdominal thrusts on babies.

🤢 Poisoning

If the person has swallowed a poisonous substance, do not induce vomiting. Call emergency services and provide information about the substance ingested. Keep the person calm and monitor their condition until help arrives.

🧠 Head Injury

Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Monitor for signs of concussion: confusion, dizziness, nausea, or unequal pupils. If the person loses consciousness, vomits repeatedly, or has severe headache, seek immediate medical attention. Keep the person awake if possible.

✂️ Small Cuts

Clean the wound with clean water or mild soap. Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth until bleeding stops. Apply an antiseptic if available. Cover with a sterile bandage. Watch for signs of infection: increased pain, redness, swelling, or pus.

🧠 Stroke

Use the FAST method to assess: Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, Time to call emergency services. If any signs are present, call for emergency help immediately.

💔 Heart Attack

Call emergency services immediately. Help the person to sit in a comfortable position, ideally semi-reclined. Encourage them to rest and stay calm. If they have prescribed medication (e.g., nitroglycerin), assist them in taking it.

🔥 Burns and Scalds

Cool the affected area under cool running water for at least 10 minutes. Remove any clothing or jewelry near the burn, unless stuck to the skin. Cover the burn with a sterile, non-fluffy dressing or cloth. Avoid applying creams or ointments.

😵 Unconsciousness

Check for responsiveness and breathing. If the person is breathing, place them in the recovery position to maintain an open airway. If not breathing, begin CPR and call emergency services immediately.

👁️ Eye Injuries

Rinse the eye gently with clean water or sterile saline solution to remove any foreign objects. Avoid rubbing the eye. If the injury is severe or a foreign object remains, cover the eye with a sterile dressing and seek medical help.

🦴 Fractures

Immobilize the injured area using a splint or by supporting it with padding. Avoid moving the affected limb. Seek medical attention promptly.

☠️ Swallowed Something Harmful

Do not induce vomiting unless specifically instructed by a medical professional. Call emergency services immediately. If possible, identify what was swallowed and how much. Keep the person calm and monitor their breathing and consciousness until help arrives.

🦵 Strain or Sprain

Remember RICE: Rest the injured area, apply Ice for 20 minutes every 2-3 hours, Compress with an elastic bandage, and Elevate the injured limb above heart level when possible. Avoid heat, alcohol, and activities that cause pain for the first 48-72 hours.

❄️ Hypothermia

Move the person to a warm, dry place. Remove wet clothing and replace with dry, warm clothes or blankets. If the person is conscious, provide warm (not hot) drinks. Do not rub or massage the person's skin. For severe hypothermia with unconsciousness, seek immediate medical help.

Tips for Using Printed Guides

✓Keep printed guides in your first aid kit, car glove compartment, and other accessible locations
✓Consider laminating the guides to protect them from water damage
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