Treatment of Bleeding
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
When treating a bleeding casualty the aim is firstly to prevent blood loss then to prevent the casualty from going into shock and lastly to prevent infection.Follow these steps to ensure the best treatment:Sit
Anaphylaxis
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
Anaphylaxis is a severe medical condition that needs immediate treatment. It is a huge over-reaction by the body to allergens such as drugs, food, nuts etc.The body produces large amounts of a chemical
Resuscitating Children
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
Learn how to resuscitate babies and childrenMany children do not receive resuscitation because people are scared to attempt just in case they cause harm. It is always better to try than to do nothing.
Preventing the Spread of Infections Such as Norovirus, Bird Flu or Mers
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
As new strains of flu develop it becomes more important to protect yourself from infections. The NHS give the following guidance on their webiste:Wash your hands regularly, particularly after going
Protecting Yourself as a First Aider
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
The first thing that any first aider should be aware of when entering the scene of an accident is protecting themselves from any potential dangers. The danger could be environmental (eg broken glass or
Primary Survey - Five Simple Steps for an Unconscious Casualty
Posted by Jo O'Donovan | July 30, 2019
Would you know what to do if confronted by a colleague lying on the floor in front of you? The primary survey is the name given to the initial assessment of very unwell casualties to confirm if they are