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Stroke First Aid

Posted on February 15, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

A stroke occurs when there’s bleeding into your brain or when normal blood flow to your brain is blocked. Within minutes of being deprived of essential nutrients, brain cells start dying — a process that may continue over the next … Continue reading →

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Spinal Injury First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

If you suspect a back or neck (spinal) injury, do not move the affected person. Permanent paralysis and other serious complications can result. Assume a person has a spinal injury if: There’s evidence of a head injury with an ongoing … Continue reading →

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Spider bites First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Only a few spiders are dangerous to humans. Two that are present in the contiguous United States and more usual in the Southern states are the black widow spider and the brown recluse spider. Both prefer warm climates and dark, … Continue reading →

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Snakebites First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Most North American snakes aren’t poisonous. Some exceptions include the rattlesnake, coral snake, water moccasin and copperhead. Their bite can be life-threatening. Of the poisonous snakes found in North America, all yet the coral snake have slit-like eyes. Their heads … Continue reading →

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Shock First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss, an allergic reaction, severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes. When a person is in shock, his or her organs aren’t getting enough blood or oxygen, which if untreated, can lead … Continue reading →

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Severe Bleeding First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

If possible, before you try to stop severe bleeding, wash your hands to avoid infection and put on synthetic gloves. Don’t reposition displaced organs. If the wound is abdominal and organs have been displaced, don’t try to push them back … Continue reading →

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Poisoning First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Many conditions mimic the signs and symptoms of poisoning, including seizures, alcohol intoxication, stroke and insulin reaction. So look for the signs and symptoms listed below and if you suspect poisoning, call your regional poison control center or, in the … Continue reading →

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Nosebleeds First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Nosebleeds are common. Most often they are a nuisance and not a true medical problem. But they can be both. Among children and young adults, nosebleeds usually originate from the septum, just inside the nose. The septum separates your nasal … Continue reading →

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Insect Bites and Stings First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Signs and symptoms of an insect bite result from the injection of venom or other substances into your skin. The venom sometimes triggers an allergic reaction. The severity of your reaction depends on your sensitivity to the insect venom or … Continue reading →

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Heatstroke First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Heatstroke is the most severe of the heat-related problems, often resulting from exercise or heavy work in hot environments combined with inadequate fluid intake. Young children, older adults, people who are obese and people born with an impaired ability to … Continue reading →

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Heart Attack First Aid

Posted on February 12, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Someone having a heart attack may experience any or all of the following: Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain in the center of the chest Prolonged pain in the upper abdomen Discomfort or pain spreading beyond the chest to the … Continue reading →

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