Mr Dixon Nampa Agriculture Education First Aid Mr Dixon Nampa Agriculture Education
Safety is the single most important thing in a shop environment. In the case of an injury it’s important to be prepared to handle the situation. When a major injury is sustained it is the job of the co-workers to prevent further damage and stabilize victim until professionals arive.
Bleeding Treatment 1. Call for medical help 2. Keep victim lying down 3. Place pad directly over wound 4. Apply direct pressure firmly with both hands 5. Raise bleeding part higher than rest of body
Bleeding (Tourniquet) Use on arms or legs only Is usually not necessary Do not attempt to use unless you are specially trained. Should be placed between injury and heart
Burns Object is to prevent shock and contamination. All burns should be attended to by a physician Do not apply ointments, grease, or baking soda
Burns (Thermal) Treatment 1. Cool quickly with water 2. Place clean cloth over burned area 3. Keep victim lying down 4. Give no fluids 5. Call for medical help 6. Place head and chest lower than rest of body 7. Raise legs if possible
Burns (Chemical) Treatment 1. Flush with plenty of water for 5 minutes 2. Remove clothes if needed 3. Place clean material over burns 4. Call for medical help 5. Lie victim down, provide lots of liquids 6. Place head and chest lower than rest of body 7. Raise legs if possible
Cuts and Abrasions It’s important to prevent infections Never put your mouth over a wound Don’t breath on a wound Don’t touch with dirty fingers or cloths Treatment 1. Cleanse wound with soap and water 2. Hold sterile pad firmly over wound 3. Continue to cover wound if bleeding persists
Shock Treatment Get medical help Correct the cause of the shock Keep victim’s airway open If victim vomits, prevent choking Elevate victims legs Keep victim comfortable and warm Give water to the victim (unless abdominal) Reassure victim
Circulation (CPR) CPR is combination of artificial ventilation and artificial circulation. It should only be done by a qualified person Periodic retraining is required
Heat Stroke Signs include flushed hot and dry skin, rapid, weak pulse, confusion and unconscious Treatment Get medical help, delays could be fatal Cool body by spraying or sponging with cool water Liquids, but no alcohol