First Aid

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What is CPR?

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CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. It is an emergency procedure used to restore breathing and circulation in a person who has stopped breathing or whose heart has stopped beating.

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What should you do if someone is choking?

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If someone is choking, you should encourage them to cough to try to dislodge the object. If they cannot cough, speak, or breathe, perform the Heimlich maneuver.

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What is the first aid for a broken leg?

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The first aid for a broken leg is to ensure the injury does not get worse until professional help arrives. Do not try to realign the bone or help them walk.

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What is a key item that should be in every first aid kit?

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A key item that should be in every first aid kit is adhesive bandages (band-aids) for covering small cuts and scrapes.

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What is a first aid kit?

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A first aid kit is a collection of supplies and equipment for use in giving first aid. It typically includes items like bandages, antiseptics, and scissors.

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What is the purpose of first aid?

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The purpose of first aid is to provide immediate assistance to someone who is injured or ill, to prevent the condition from worsening until professional medical help can be obtained.

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What should you do if someone is bleeding heavily?

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If someone is bleeding heavily, apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage and elevate the injury above the heart if possible.

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What is the recovery position?

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The recovery position is a side-lying position used to keep an unconscious but breathing person safe and to maintain an open airway.

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What is an AED?

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An AED, or Automated External Defibrillator, is a device that can analyze the heart's rhythm and deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat.

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What is the Heimlich maneuver?

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The Heimlich maneuver is a first aid procedure used to treat choking by applying pressure to the abdomen to expel an object blocking the airway.