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Emergency first aid and safety tips for baby, child, toddler and family
CPR/Unconscious:
Tap the patient’s shoulder and shout “Are you OK?” or for an infant, flick the foot. If he does not move or react, open the airway and look, listen and feel for breathing for no more than ten seconds. Tilt the head and lift the chin to open the airway. Gasping is not normal breathing.
Choking/Breathing:
Rest the infant face down on your forearm. Place your forearm on your lap or thigh. Keep the infant’s head lower than the chest. Support the head and jaw with your hand. Give five back slaps between the shoulder blades with enough force to drive the object out.
Allergic Reaction:
The tongue, face or neck may swell and close the airway. The faster the reaction, the more severe it is.
Bleeding:
If a sharp object remains partly stuck in the body, do not take it out.
Burns:
If a dry chemical caused the burn, carefully brush it off. Use a gloved hand or clean cloth. Immediately flush the chemical off with large amounts of water.
Falls/Bone Injury:
The first aid steps are the same whether the bone is actually broken or not. Do not attempt to move the patient unless the scene is unsafe or his life is in danger. Do not move or try to straighten an injured limb.
Poison, Bites, Stings:
If you suspect a poisonous snake bite, call 911 or your emergency response number immediately. Ask the patient to be still and calm. Tell the patient not to move the part of the body that was bitten and to keep it below heart level.
Seizures:
Do not try to stop the convulsions or seizures. Do not hold or restrain the person. Clear the area of anything sharp or hard to protect the patient from injury. Protect the victim’s head by placing a thin cushion or folded clothing under it.
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