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f at all possible, turn off the source of electricity (i.e. light switch, circuit breaker, etc.) If this is not an option, use non-conductive material such as plastic or dry wood to separate the source of electricity from the victim.
If the injuries appear serious or extensive, dial 9-1-1.
Check the victim's vitals signs such as the depth of his breathing and regularity of his heart beat. If either one is effected by exposure to electricity or if the victim is unconscious, begin to perform CPR.
Treat any areas of the victim's body that may've sustained burns.
If the victim is responsive and does not appear seriously injured but looks pale or faint, he may be at risk of going into shock. Gently lay him down with his head slightly lower than his chest and his feet elevated.
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∙ 13y agoElectrocution affects the central nervous system, the patient will go into respiratory and cardiac failure, the treatment for this is CPR.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency procedure involving chest compressions (pressing down on the chest) and artificial respiration (rescue breathing). It restores blood flow to someone suffering cardiac arrest, keeping them alive until an ambulance arrives.
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What would you do if a person had an accident and was electrocuted?
If possible without endangering more lives, administer first aid. Call emergency services (911).
Is there a gcse for first aid?
No. on your gcse test there will be question about basic first aid
Is basic life support and first aid the same thing?
No, Basic Life Support and First Aid are not the same thing. Basic Life Support means the needs of our daily life, i. e food, clothes and a house to live in, but First Aid means the initial treatment given to an injured person till the doctor or ambulance doesn't arrive.
Who is discovered FIRST AID?
No one could have discovered first aid. First aid just describes the aid that is given FIRST. It refers to the basic treatment of injuries.
What is Basic Emergency First Aid Training?
Basic Emergency First Aid Training is a one-day course offered by Emergency First Aid. It provides participants with essential knowledge and skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies in the workplace.
Why is important to intsall first aid kits in vehicles?
So that you have basic first aid kit things incase of an emergency.
What special first aid training does a police officer have?
Honestly? Less than what would be considered basic first aid.
What are the 2 basic components of first aid?
Bandages and neosporin
What classes does red cross have?
Australian Red CrossBasic First Aid (Workplace Level 1), Senior First Aid (Workplace Level 2), Senior First Aid Refresher (Workplace Level 2), Occupational First Aid (Workplace Level 3), Basic Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Refresher (CPR), Advanced Resuscitation Emergency First Aid for parents Remote First Aid .
What first aid course is required on construction site?
Any basic first aid. This is because anything unexpected could happen.
Basic life support is care given to any victim needing first aid?
No, life support is care given to any unconscious person
Important of first aid?
First aid is the First aid. Is is the initial treatment of injuries. Sometimes it's role is basic life support while waiting for advanced life support (Ambulance).
