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INJURY CHAPTER 1

In the aftermath of an accident, the efficient activation of the EMS system within five minutes is crucial. Key information, including the victim's details, location, and a contact number, must be relayed to the dispatcher.

INJURY
CHAPTER 1

INJURY CHAPTER 1

DISEASE OF CONCERN IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL SETTING

tuberculosis
herpes
HIV
hepatitis B and C

FIRST AID KIT ITEMS

tweezer
plaster
scissor
sterile water
first aid manual

TRIAGE SYSTEM

LOWEST PRIORITY
non critical injuries
SECOND PRIORITY
seriously injured, may die without further treatment
HIGHEST PRIORITY
critically injured, life threatening conditions

HAND SIGNALS

suspected spinal injury
back of head
athlete not breathing
left, right, across mouth
unconscious athlete
up, down, across face
assistance required
left, right, overhead

FIRST AID CARE

temporary and immediate care given to an injured person until medical treatment can be obtained

INFECTION DISEASE TRANSMISSION

potentially infectious
vomiting
open sore
rash or skin lesion
infectious disease can be transmitted from person to person

EMS SYSTEM

give information to dispatcher
information about victim
phone number
exact location
5 minutes after accident, essential ems system activated

UNIVERSAL FIRST AID PROCEDURES

provide life support
gain access victim
keep self and others safe
observe scene upon approach

PRINCIPLE AIMS

prevent infection
minimize further injury
control bleeding
activate ems system
recognize life threatening situations

PURPOSE OF FIRST AID (5P)

provide reassurance
provide pain relief
promote recovery
prevent further harm
preserve life