Brief overview What to do in case of a foreign body in the ear? In case of a lard plug, rinse the ear with lukewarm water. Remove water in the ear by bouncing or blow-drying. For all other foreign bodies, see a doctor. Foreign body in the ear – risks: including itching, coughing, pain, discharge, … Foreign object in the ear – First aid
Brief overview What is poisoning? The harmful effect of a foreign or toxic substance on the body. How can poisoning be recognized? Depending on the type of poisoning, e.g. nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tremors, dizziness, seizures, unconsciousness, cardiovascular failure, respiratory arrest. What to do in case of poisoning? In the event of (suspected) poisoning, you should … First Aid for Poisoning
Brief overview What to do in case of a broken toe? Cooling, immobilization, elevation, pain relief if necessary. Broken toe – risks: including comminuted fracture, compartment syndrome, soft tissue damage, nail bed injury When to see a doctor? Always have a (supposedly) broken toe examined by a doctor to prevent permanent damage (such as malposition) … Broken toe: Signs, first aid, healing time
Brief overview What to do in case of heat stroke and heat exhaustion? Remove the affected person from the heat/sun, lay flat (with raised legs), cool (e.g. with damp cloths), give fluids if the affected person does not vomit; place in the recovery position if unconscious; resuscitate if breathing stops Heat stroke and heat exhaustion … First Aid for Heat Stroke and Heat Collapse
Brief overview What to do in case of bite wounds? First aid: Clean, disinfect, cover sterilely, if necessary pressure bandage in case of heavy bleeding, immobilize the injured body part in case of snake bites. Take affected person to doctor or call ambulance. Bite wound risks: Wound infection, tissue damage (e.g., to muscles, nerves, tendons, … Bite wounds: First aid for bite injuries
Brief overview What to do if you have a broken leg? Immobilize, make an emergency call, cool (closed leg fracture) or cover with a sterile dressing (open leg fracture) Leg fracture – risks: including concomitant injuries to ligaments, nerves or vessels, severe blood loss, compartment syndrome, wound infection When to see a doctor? A broken … Leg Fracture: Symptoms & First Aid
Brief overview Signs: Loss of consciousness, staring gaze, relaxation, uncontrolled muscle twitching Treatment: First aid measures such as stable lateral position and securing the child during the seizure. If an illness or other disorder is causing the seizures, the cause will be treated. Causes and risk factors: fever, metabolic disorders, infections of the central nervous … Seizures in infants: Symptoms, first aid
Brief overview What to do in case of a snake bite? First aid: Calm the victim, immobilize him, if necessary treat the wound and remove jewelry/clothing. Take affected person to hospital or call emergency services. Snakebite risks: Nerve and muscle damage, blood clotting disorders, circulatory problems, allergic reactions (itching, nausea, drop in blood pressure, etc.), … Snakebite: Symptoms, First Aid, Therapy
Brief overview Sequence and Duration: Asphyxiation progresses to death in four stages and lasts about three to five minutes. Causes: Foreign body in the airways, smoke inhalation, swelling of the airways, drowning, etc. Treatment: First aid: Call emergency physician, calm patient, check breathing, if necessary clear airways (e.g. remove foreign body from mouth), assist with … Choking: Process, Duration, First Aid
Brief overview Symptoms of a spinal injury: back pain, limited/no mobility and/or sensitivity, swelling Diagnosis of a spinal injury using imaging procedures such as X-ray, MRI, CT Treatment of a spinal injury: immobilization/stabilization, surgical intervention if necessary, drug treatment for pain or muscle spasms Attention! Car accidents and sports accidents are the most common causes … First Aid for Spinal Injuries
Dog bite: brief overview What to do in case of a dog bite? First aid: Clean, disinfect and close the wound (e.g. with a plaster). Press a germ-free, sterile material (e.g. sterile compress) onto a heavily bleeding bite wound and apply a pressure bandage if necessary. Dog bite risks: severe skin and muscle injuries, nerve … Dog Bite: What to Do?
Brief overview First aid in case of swallowing: Reassure victim, ask to continue coughing, remove any foreign body that has been regurgitated from the mouth; if foreign body is stuck, apply back blows and Heimlich grip if necessary, ventilate in case of respiratory arrest. When to go to the doctor? Call emergency medical services if … First Aid for Choking
