First Aid |
The human body is made up of 7 systems. Each system carries out a specific function that enables the body to support life. The systems are:
- circulatory system
- musculoskeletal system
- respiratory system
- nervous system
- digestive system
- integumentary system
- lymphatic system
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WORKBOOK TASK : Identify the function of each of the 7 systems and list the main organs.
Q Why do you think it is important to have a basic understanding of these systems to apply appropriate first aid.
Q Why do you think it is important to have a basic understanding of these systems to apply appropriate first aid.
FIRST AID is the primary assistance given to a person who is injured with the purpose to
- preserve life,
- prevent the injury getting worse,
- protect the patient from further harm
- promote recovery.
Whats in a first aid kit?
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WORKBOOK TASK: List what you think are essential items in a first aid kit
EMERGENCY ASCTION PLAN = DRSABCD
DANGER
RESPONSE - if you have a responding patient its is important to attain the following information
S signs and sypmtoms
A Allergies
M Medication
P Previous medical history
L Last eaten
E even ( what happened)
DANGER
RESPONSE - if you have a responding patient its is important to attain the following information
S signs and sypmtoms
A Allergies
M Medication
P Previous medical history
L Last eaten
E even ( what happened)