First Aid and Emergency Terms

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Accident

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an unexpected event that causes injury or harm to people or property.

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Emergency

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a sudden threat to life or health needing quick action to stop more harm.

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Emergency Action Principle

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a set of quick and decisive steps during emergencies, involving assessing the situation, prioritizing actions to prevent more harm, and providing first aid until professional help arrives.

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First aider

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someone who is trained to help injured or ill people in emergencies, knowing basic first aid and providing immediate care until medical help arrives.

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First Aid

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an immediate help provided to a sick or injured person until professional medical help arrives or becomes available.

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Victim

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someone who has been hurt or harmed and needs help.

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First aid management

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an immediate care and treatment provided to someone who has been injured or falls ill until professional medical help arrives, involving assessing the situation, applying appropriate first aid techniques, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the person in need.

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Injury

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a physical harm to the body from accidents or harmful events, ranging from minor cuts to severe fractures, needing proper treatment based on severity.

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Signs

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an observable indication of a medical condition or injury, such as changes in skin color, abnormal breathing, swelling, or bleeding.

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Symptoms

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a subjective experience indicating a medical condition or injury, such as pain, dizziness, or weakness.