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First aid for internal bleeding

May-28-24

In any situation, follow basic first aid principles. Provide assistance as for shock or to prevent its development.• A cold compress relieves pain and relievesswelling. T ...

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Specific injuries Amputation

May-28-24

When a limb has been completely amputated as a result of injury, try to locate the amputated part after providing assistance. Wrap it in sterile gauze or any clean cloth ...

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Foreign object in the wound

May-28-24

When the victim has a foreign object in the wound, observe the following:1. Do not remove the object from the wound. To fix a foreign object, apply a bulky napkin. Rememb ...

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Bleeding from the abdominal organs

May-28-24

The abdominal cavity contains many vital organs, injury to which can be fatal. The internal organs located here, unlike other parts of the body, are deprived of protectio ...

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Signs and symptoms of abdominal trauma

May-28-24

• strong pain; soreness or feeling of pressure in the abdomen.• The appearance of bruises.• Nausea.• Vomiting (sometimes bloody or black).• Weakness.• Blood in the stool ...

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First aid for bleeding from the abdominal organs

May-28-24

For any abdominal injury, follow first aid guidelines. Call an ambulance immediately and try to take anti-shock measures. Maintain normal body temperature. For external b ...

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Penetrating chest wounds

May-28-24

The following are signs and symptoms of a penetrating chest injury:• labored breathing;• bleeding from an open wound;• sucking sound from the wound with each breath;• sev ...

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First aid for penetrating chest wounds

May-28-24

A victim with a penetrating chest wound should be promptly provided with first aid and subsequent qualified medical care, as his condition will worsen over time. The dama ...

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Nose bleed

May-28-24

The nose is penetrated by a large number of blood vessels, damage to which can causeyou're bleeding heavily. Of course, blood comes out of the nostrils, but it can enter ...

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Eye injury

May-28-24

Trauma to the eye can affect the surrounding bone and soft tissue or the eyeball itself. A blunt object can injure the eye or cause a penetrating injury to the eyeball. F ...

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