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MODULE 2
Community First Aid & Basic Life Support

Community First Aid (FA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
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Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2
Community First Aid

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First Aid
FIRST AID Is an immediate care given to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill. It includes selfill. selfhelp and home care if medical assistance is not available or delayed
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First Aid
Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider
1. Bridge that fills the gap between the victim and the physician It is not intended to compete with, or take the place of the services of the physician. It ends when the services of a physician begin.
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First Aid
Roles and Responsibilities of a First Aider
2. Ensure safety of him / herself and that of bystanders. 3. Gain access to the victim. 4. Determine any threats to patient s life. 5. Summon advanced medical care as needed. 6. Provide needed care for the patient. 7. Assist advanced personnel. 8. Record all findings and care given to the patient.
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First Aid
Objectives of First Aid
1. To alleviate suffering 2. To prevent added/further injury or danger 3. To prolong life.
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First Aid
Characteristics of A Good First Aider
1. Gentle 2. Resourceful 3. Observant 4. Tactful 5. Emphatic 6. Respectable - should not cause pain. - should make the best use of things at hand. - should notice all signs. - should not alarm the victim - should be comforting. - should maintain a professional & caring attitude
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First Aid
Hindrances in Giving First Aid
1. Unfavorable surroundings. 2. Presence of crowds. 3. Pressure from victim or relatives.
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First Aid
Transmission of Diseases and the First Aider
1. Direct contact 2. Indirect contact 3. Airborne 4. Vector
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Body Substance Isolation
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First Aid
Basic Precautions and Practices
1. Personal Hygiene
2. Protective Equipment
3. Equipment Cleaning & Disinfecting
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First Aid
Suggested First Aid Kit Contents:
y Rubbing alcohol y Povidone Iodine y Cotton y Gauze pads y Tongue depressor y Penlight y Band aid y Plaster
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y Gloves y Scissors y Forceps y Bandage (Triangular) y Elastic roller bandage y Occlusive dressing
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First Aid DRESSING
Any sterile cloth material used to cover the wound Other uses of dressing:

Controls bleeding. Protects the wound from infection. Absorbs liquid from the wound such as blood plasma, water and pus.
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First Aid BANDAGES
Any clean cloth materials, sterile or not used to hold the dressing in place. Other uses of bandages: 1. 2. 3. 4. Control bleeding. Tie splints in place. Immobilize body part. For arm support use as a sling.
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First Aid
GETTING STARTED
1. Plan of Action 2. Gathering of Needed Materials 3. Initial Response: Ask for HELP. Intervene Do no further harm 4. Instruction to Helper/s
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First Aid
EMERGENCY ACTION PRINCIPLES
Survey the Scene
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First Aid
Survey the Scene
Elements
- Is the scene safe? - What Happened? - How many people are injured? - Are there bystanders who can help? - Identify yourself as a trained First Aider - Get consent to give care
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First Aid
Primary Survey
- CHECK for CONSCIOUSNESS - CHECK AIRWAY

Coughing
- CHECK for Signs of Life
Breathing Movement
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First Aid
Activate Medical Assistance (AMA) or Transfer Facility Depending on the situation: - A bystanders should make the telephone call for help(If available). - A bystander will be requested to call for a physician. - Somebody will be asked to arrange for transfer facility. - Care First or Call First. (Lone Rescuer)
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First Aid
Activate Medical Assistance (AMA) or Transfer Facility IF A LONE RESPONDER CALL FIRST (Activate Medical Assistance before providing care) If:
- An unconscious adult victim or child 8 years old or older. - An unconscious infant or child known to be at a high risk for heart problems. CARE FIRST (provide first aid for 1-2 minutes and then call fast) If: - An unconscious victim less than 8 years old; - Cardiac Arrest in children known to be at high risk of arrythmias - Any victim of submersion or near drowning - Any victim of arrest associated with trauma - Any victim of drug overdose
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First Aid
Activate Medical Assistance (AMA) or Transfer Facility
Information to be remembered in activating medical assistance :

What happened? Location? Number of persons injured? Extent of injury and First Aid given? The telephone number from where you are calling? Person who activated medical assistance must identify him/herself and drop the phone fast.
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First Aid
Secondary Survey
1. Interview the victim - Ask victim s name - Ask what happened - Assess the SAMPLE History
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First Aid Signs & symptoms Allergies Medications Past medical history Last oral intake Events prior to the episode
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First Aid
Secondary Survey
2. Check vital signs. - Pulse Rate

- Respiratory Rate - Temperature - Blood Pressure - Skin Appearance - Pupil Reaction
3. Perform head-to-toe examination.
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First Aid
EMERGENCY TRANSFER
Is a rapid movement of patient from unsafe place to a place of safety.
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First Aid
EMERGENCY TRANSFER
Danger of fire or explosion
Danger of toxic gasses or asphyxia due to lack of oxygen
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Serious traffic hazards
Risk of drowning
Danger of electrocution
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Danger of collapsing walls

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First Aid
TRANSFER
Is moving a patient from one place to another after giving first aid.
Selection of transfer method will depend on the following:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Nature and severity of the injury. Size of the victim. Physical capabilities of the first aider. Number of personnel and equipment available. Nature of evacuation route. Distance to be covered. Sex of the victim (Last Consideration).
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ONEONE-MAN CARRIES / ASSISTS
Assist to Walk
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Carry in Arms
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TWOTWO-MAN CARRIES
Carry by Extremities
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Hand as a litter
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THREETHREE-MAN CARRIES
Hammock Carry
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First Aid
Wounds
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First Aid
Wounds
Two Types of Wounds
1. Closed Wound
First Aid Management
C - Cold Application S - Splinting
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Wounds
Two Types of Wounds
2. Open Wound
Puncture
Abrasion
Laceration
Avulsion
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First Aid
Wounds
Two Types of Wounds 2. Open Wound First Aid Management C C C C - Control Bleeding - Cover the wound with dressing and secure with a bandage. - Care for shock. - Consult or refer to physician.
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First Aid
Burns
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First Aid
Burns
TYPES OF BURN INJURIES:
1. Thermal Burns
2. Chemical Burns
3. Electrical Burns
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Burns
Superficial (First-degree) burns Partial-thickness (Second-degree) burns Full-thickness (Third-degree) burns
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Specific Body Injuries
Blows to the Eye
Chemical Burns
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Nose Injuries
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Specific Body Injuries
4. Impaled Objects
5. Amputations
6. Sucking Chest Wound Always

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7. Abdominal Injuries Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2
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BANDAGING TECHNIQUES
OPEN PHASE
Head Top Side Always

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OPEN PHASE
Chest Always
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OPEN PHASE
Burned Hand Always

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CRAVAT PHASE
FOREHEAD
ARM/LEG
PALM PRESSURE
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CRAVAT PHASE
Elbow Bended Always

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Elbow Straight Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2
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Dislocation and Broken Bones
FIRST AID MANAGEMENT
Check the victims sign of life (if unconscious) Keep the victim still If there is bleeding, cover and control bleeding Immobilize the affected part Get medical help
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First Aid
FOR IMMOBILIZATION
Arm Sling Always

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For Sprain Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2
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First Aid
FAINTING (Shock)
Signs and Symptoms of Shock

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Face pale or cyanotic in color. Skin cold and clammy. Breathing irregular. Pulse rapid and weak. Nausea and vomiting Weakness Thirsty
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First Aid Management:
1. Proper Body Position.
First Aid
2. Proper Body Heat Always

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3. Proper Transfer Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2
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First Aid INGESTED POISON
Signs and Symptoms Altered mental status. History of ingesting poisons. Burns around the mouth. Odd breath odors. Nausea, vomiting. Abdominal pain. Diarrhea
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First Aid INGESTED POISON
First Aid for Ingested Poisoning 1. Try to identify the poison. Call the National Poison Control Center. 2. Place the victim on his or her left side. 3. Monitor ABCs. 4. Save any empty container, spoiled food for analysis. 5. Save any vomitus and keep it with the victim if he or she is taken to an emergency facility.
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Philippine Red Cross Heat cramps
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Transfers the victim to a cool place Have the victim rest with his/her feet elevated Cool the victim (do not use an alcohol rub) Give the victim an electrolyte beverages to sip. Massage affected muscle gently and firmly until they relaxes.
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First Aid
Sprain
1. Remove all clothing or jewelry around the joint. 2. Apply cold compress at once. 3. Immobilize, Rest and Elevate the affected joint. 4. Seek Medical Help if needed.
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Basic Life Support

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Basic Life Support
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
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Basic Life Support
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) Chain of Survival
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Basic Life Support
Cardiovascular Disease
RISK FACTORS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
1. Risk factors that cannot be changed (Non-modifiable) : Heredity Age Gender
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Basic Life Support
RISK FACTORS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
2. Risk factors that can be changed (Modifiable) : Cigarette smoking Hypertension Elevated cholesterol Lack of exercises Obesity Stress Diabetes mellitus
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Basic Life Support
HEART ATTACK ( Myocardial Infarction)
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Basic Life Support
HEART ATTACK ( Myocardial Infarction) Signs and Symptoms Chest Discomfort
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Basic Life Support
HEART ATTACK ( Myocardial Infarction) Signs and Symptoms Sweating Nausea Shortness of Breathe Tingling Sensation
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Basic Life Support
FIRST AID MANAGEMENT OF HEART ATTACK 1. Recognized the signals of heart attack and take action. 2. Have patient stop what he or she is doing and sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Do not let the patient move around. 3. Have someone call the physician or ambulance for help.
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FIRST AID MANAGEMENT OF HEART ATTACK 4. If patient is under medical care, assist, him/her in taking his/her prescribe medicine/s
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Basic Life Support
FOREIGN BODY AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION COMMON CAUSES: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Improper Chewing Excessive Intake of Alcohol Presence of Dentures Running while eating Children hand to mouth stage left unattended
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Basic Life Support
FOREIGN BODY AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION
Types of Obstruction:
1. Mild Obstruction - with good air exchange Mgt: Encourage Coughing 2. Severe Obstruction - with poor or no air exchange
Mgt: Back Blows, Abdominal Thrusts, Chest Thrusts
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CARDIAC ARREST Is the condition in which circulation ceases and vital organs are deprived of oxygen.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR)

This is a combination of chest compression and ventilation. *COMPRESSION ONLY CPR
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Basic Life Support
Criteria for Not Starting CPR
The patient has a valid Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) order. The patient has signs of irreversible death
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Basic Life Support
When to STOP CPR:
1. SPONTANEOUS signs of circulation are restored. 2. TURNED OVER to medical services or properly trained and authorized personnel. 3. OPERATOR is already exhausted and cannot continue CPR. 4. PHYSICIAN assumes responsibility (declares death, take over, etc.).
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Basic Life Support
SEQUENCE IN PERFORMING CPR
Survey the Scene Scene. Check Responsiveness Check Airway (Head-Tilt-Chin Lift) (Head-TiltCheck Signs of Life (Look, Listen & Feel) for no more than 10 seconds. Give 2 Initial breaths Start CPR if still no signs of life Place in Recovery Position if Victim has signs of life. Always
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Philippine Red Cross

Community First Aid & Basic Life Support

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Community First Aid

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

Philippine Red Cross

Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

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Body Substance Isolation

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3. Equipment Cleaning & Disinfecting

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Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

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Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

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Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course: MODULE 2

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- CHECK for CONSCIOUSNESS - CHECK AIRWAY

- CHECK for Signs of Life

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Information to be remembered in activating medical assistance :

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2. Check vital signs. - Pulse Rate

3. Perform head-to-toe examination.

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