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Injury |
First Aid |
When to Seek Medical Help |
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Bee Sting |
Scrape away stinger with sharp, clean edge.
Cold compress |
Hives; Breathing problems; history of prior allergic reaction. |
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Bleeding |
Apply direct pressure. Elevate injury. |
Heavy bleeding or sign of shock (weak pulse; confusion; cold, damp skin). |
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Burn (first
degree and small
second degree) |
Cold water or compress. NO OINTMENT. Loose, dry bandage. |
Extensive damage, blistering. Infection. |
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Broken Bone |
Immobilize injured part. Control any bleeding. |
Call doctor. Call ambulance if neck, back, legs involved. |
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Chemical
Splash in Eye |
Immediately flush with water 15-30 minutes. |
After flushing, call or see doctor promptly. |
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Cuts/Scrapes |
Apply pressure to stop bleeding. Clean.
Bandage to keep clean. |
Deep enough for stitches. Bleeding spurts. |
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Head Injury |
Ice bumps, bruises, control any bleeding.
Clean surface wounds. |
Sign of concussion; Dizziness, nausea, confusion, loss of consciousness. |
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Poisoning |
Keep victim calm. Call poison control center immediately. The universal number for poison control centers is 1-800-222-1222. Calls are routed to the local poison control center. As of 11/03, syrup of ipecac is no longer recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. |
Call 9-1-1 in case of convulsions, cessation of breathing or unconsciousness. |
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Sprain |
RICE: Rest, ice, compression (bandage), Elevate. |
Possible fracture, severe pain, swelling, numbness, loss of function. |
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Unconscious |
Keep victim's air passage open. Call for help. Check for pulse, breathing. Rescue breathing/CPR if needed. |
Always call emergency service (911) then do rescue breathing/CPR. |
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