FIRST AID NOTES-II
AIMS OF FIRST AID
First aid is the first assistance or treatment given to a casualty or a sick person for any injury or sudden illness before the arrival of an ambulance, the arrival of a qualified paramedical or
medical person or before arriving at a facility that can provide professional medical care.
As a consequence of disaster or civil strife people suffer injuries which requires urgent care and transportation to the nearest healthcare facility.
First Aid is the immediate and temporary, emergency medical care provided to an injured person or one who suddenly becomes ill. It includes recognizing and evaluating the seriousness of injuries and providing appropriate, effective treatment. The safety of the rescuer(s) must always be the first and foremost consideration and to the extent possible, preserving safety of the patient(s).
A primary survey is conducted first to evaluate and treat life-threatening problems, including airway, breathing, circulation, and bleeding. A secondary survey is conducted to administer and treat wounds, fractures, shock, dislocations, stabilization, transportation, etc.
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