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Choking - child
A choking child needs first aid to prevent them losing consciousness. First, encourage the child to
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Burns and scalds
Small scalds and burns can be treated by a first aider, but often medical attention is needed. What
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Anaphylactic shock - children
Anaphylaxis is an extreme allergic reaction, which can be fatal and must be taken
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Rescue breaths
'Rescue breaths' is the new term for mouth-to-mouth-resuscitation. If a casualty isn't breathing on
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Drowning
Anyone who has been prevented from drowning should always get professional medical
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Convulsions
Convulsions are upsetting but don't normally cause long-term harm. What are they? n children, seizures
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Opening airway
If a casualty loses consciousness, the tongue may fall back into the throat and block the passage of air
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At the scene of an accident
First, you should assess the scene for danger. You cannot help anyone if you are
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Anaphylactic shock - adults
Anaphylaxis is an extreme allergic reaction, which can be fatal and must be taken
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Back injuries
Injuries to the spine can cause paralysis, so first aiders must treat suspected back injuries very.
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Bleeding
Minor wounds can be treated by a first aider, but more serious wounds should be treated by medical
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Risky Business for Teens
Do you know what skittling is? How about tussing, playing space monkey or the fainting game? Do you know
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