First Aid
There are many topics in First Aid. Here are explanations and links to the common First Aid questions.
Dealing With Burns – Some burns can be treated at home, but others need emergency medical care. Find out what to do by reading this printable instruction sheet.
Dealing With Broken Bones – A broken bone requires emergency medical care. Find out what to do in this printable instruction sheet.
Dealing With an Emergency – No one likes to think that something might happen to someone we care about. But whether we like it or not, emergencies do happen, and they require us to think and respond quickly.
Sports and Exercise Safety – Playing hard doesn’t have to mean getting hurt. The best way to ensure a long and injury-free athletic career is to play it safe from the start. Find out how.
Dehydration – Your body is about two thirds water. When the water level dips below that level, you could be dehydrated. Read this article to find out what causes dehydration, what it does to your body, and how to prevent it.[1]
These are only tips for First Aid. For any serious situations, call 911.
[1] The Children’s Hospital website, August 2006.
