Chapter Learning Duration: 60 minutes
Basic First Aid and CPR
What will you be learning in this chapter
- What does basic first aid mean?
- First aid for different emergencies
- CPR: adult, child, and baby
- Bleeding
- Seizures
- Broken bones
- Poisoning
- Burns: first-, second- and third-degree burns
- Cuts
- Grazes
- Infection control
- Choking
- Shock
- Important notes
- Hypothermia
- Hyperthermia
Chapter Summary
In this chapter, you will gain a solid understanding of basic first aid, covering a wide range of emergencies. You will learn CPR techniques for adults, children, and babies, ensuring you can respond effectively to cardiac emergencies. The chapter will also teach you how to manage bleeding, seizures, and broken bones, providing you with the skills to stabilize these conditions until professional help arrives.
You will explore the first aid steps for poisoning, including recognizing symptoms and knowing when to seek emergency help. The chapter will cover the treatment of burns, from first-degree to third-degree, and how to care for cuts and grazes. Infection control measures will be discussed to prevent the spread of infections during first aid.
Additionally, you will learn how to respond to choking incidents, manage shock, and understand the importance of key first-aid notes. The chapter will also cover the recognition and treatment of hypothermia and hyperthermia, ensuring you are prepared to handle temperature-related emergencies. By the end of this chapter, you will be well-equipped to provide comprehensive first-aid care in various situations.