DT 003 Week 6

WEEK 6
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

FIRST AID FOR JELLYFISH STINGS
 Rinse the area of the sting generously with vinegar for at
least 30 seconds. If you don't have vinegar available, use a
baking soda slurry instead.
 Immerse the affected area in hot water, as hot as the person
can tolerate, for at least 20 minutes or until the pain goes
away. If hot water isn't available, use dry hot packs. If those
aren't available, use dry cold packs. Other methods to relieve
pain are less effective like urine, fresh water wash, papain(a
protein-digesting enzyme obtained from unripe papaya fruit)
or meet tenderizer
URINE
 Is urine good for jellyfish sting
 TENDERDIZER
1)Tea
2) Coffee
3) Cola
4) Pineapple
5) Ginger
6) Baking Soda
7) Vinegar
8) Beer or wine
 Do not use a pressure bandage.

FIRST AID FOR SNAKE BITE
 If a venomous snake bites you immediately call rescue
especially if the bitten area changes color, begins to swell or
is painful.
 If possible, take these steps while waiting for medical help:
 Move beyond the snake's striking distance.
 Remain the victim calm to help slow the spread of venom.
 Remove jewelry and tight clothing
 Position the victim or the bite portion below the level of your
heart.
• Clean the wound with soap and water. Cover it with a clean, dry
dressing.
• VENOMOUS SNAKE
• Snake that are capable of
producing venom, which they
use for killing or defense. The
venom is typically delivered
by injection using hollow or
grooved fangs.
FANG
• A long, pointed tooth in

vertebrate animals or a
similar structure in spiders,
used to seize prey and
sometimes to inject venom.
• NON VENOMOUS SNAKE

• Snake that are not capable of
producing venom
• If a venomous snake bites you immediately call rescue or local

emergency number especially if the bitten area changes color,
begins to swell or is painful.
WHILE WAITING FOR MEDICAL HELP:
 Move beyond the snake's striking distance.

 Remain the victim calm to help slow the spread of venom.
 Remove jewelry and tight clothing
 Position the victim or the bite portion below the level of your
heart.
 Clean the wound with soap and water. Cover it with a clean,
dry dressing.
Do not:
 Cut a bite wound

 Attempt to suck out venom
 Apply tourniquet, ice, or water
 Give the person alcohol or caffeinated drinks or any other
medications
ANIMAL BITES
• Animal bites are common problem in the United States and the
Philippines The vast majority of animal bites are caused by
dogs and cats
• The most feared complication of an animal bite is rabies,
although skin infection is the most common complication.
Some bite wounds can be serious, causing injury and
permanent disability or death.
ANIMAL BITES
DOGS AND CATS BITES FIRST AID
 Wash the wound with soap and warm water.
 Gently press a clean cloth over the wound to stop the flow
of blood.
 Apply an antibacterial ointment to the wound.
 Cover with a sterile bandage.
 Watch for signs of infection.
 Seek help if you suspect infection or possible exposure to
rabies, or if the wound is severe.
FIRST AID FOR DROWNING
 Move the Person in the water

 Check for Breathing
 If the Person is Not Breathing, Check Pulse
 If There is No Pulse, Start CPR
 Repeat if Person Is Still Not Breathing
CARDIOPULMONARY
RESUSCITATION (CPR)
• An emergency procedure that combines chest compressions
often with artificial ventilation in an effort to manually
preserve intact brain function until further measures are taken
to restore spontaneous blood circulation and breathing in a
person who is in cardiac arrest. It is recommended in those who
are unresponsive with no breathing or abnormal breathing ,
FIRST AID IN VEHICULAR
ACCIDENT
• Check yourself first: If you have been injured in the accident,
first check yourself for any injuries. Try to assess how well you
can move your limbs, and if you experience symptoms such as
dizziness etc. Remember you need to be fit enough to help the
others.
FIRST AID IN VEHICULAR ACCIDENT
• 2. Check the other person(s) for injuries: If other people are injured,
first assess the extent of his/ her injuries. Like bleeding from the head,
neck, arms legs, abdomen back etc. Treat the quietest person first, they
are usually more seriously injured or cannot breathe. People who can
talk or scream, on the other hand, can breathe therefore can be treated
a little later. Ask for the patient s name, if he responds, it means he is
able to understand the situation and has most likely not suffered a
severe head injury.
• 3. Look for signs of breathing: Next, check if the person is breathing

and if he has a pulse.
ACCIDENT
• 4. Call
for help: Immediately call for an ambulance or rush the
person to a hospital. Once you know more about the patient s
condition you will in a better position to tell the doctors about
his/her condition.
• 5. Check for obstructions in the person’s mouth and throat: If you do

not hear any breath sounds, check his/her mouth for any
obstructions. If there is something obstructing the airway, use your
index and middle finger to clear the airway.
ACCIDENT
• 6. Perform life saving techniques: If there is no pulse, start CPR or
EAR. Keep the person s neck straight to start EAR (External Air
Resuscitation) or CPR (Cardio pulmonary resuscitation). There are
3 types of EAR; Mouth-to-mouth, Mouth-to-Nose, Mouth-to-Mask.
You could read more about how to perform EAR and CPR here.
• 7. Ways to help him/her in grave situations: If there is bleeding

from the mouth or the patient is vomiting, turn the person to his/her
side. This will avoid any chances of the person choking. Place the
person s arm that is under him straight out and the arm closest to
you across his chest.
FIRST AID IN VEHICULAR ACCIDENT
• 8. Deal with open wounds: If there are extensive wounds, try to control
the bleeding using pressure to the area using a cloth. Press down with
your palms rather than your finger tips. You can also read about first
aid measures for fractures.
• 9. Always suspect spinal injuries: If the person s neck is in an awkward
position (not normally placed) or the person is unconscious, do not
move the patient. Get help immediately. This could mean that the
person s neck is broken, and moving him/her in such a situation can
cause more harm than good.
ACCIDENT
• 10. Keep the person warm: Usually accident victims feel excessively
cold due to shock. Therefore keeping them warm is essential to
survival. You can use whatever you have to do this, such as a T-shirt,
jacket, etc.
• 11. Avoid feeding the person: Do not give the person any water, food
or other fluids through the mouth, it could lead to the patient choking.
TIPS TO REMEMBER WHILE SHIFTING A PERSON TO THE
HOSPITAL
 The patient should be transported on a stretcher or a stiff

board. This is important as reducing the amount of
movement the person experiences is essential to avoid
his/her injuries from becoming worse.
 Keep the person s neck and back straight. You could
place a rolled up towel or thick cloth under the neck for
better support.
 Ensure that the person is lying down flat.
TIPS TO REMEMBER WHILE SHIFTING A PERSON TO THE
HOSPITAL
 If there is only a limb injury, the patient can be transported

in a sitting position.
 In case of a bleeding injury, lift the injured part above the
person’s body level and apply pressure on the region. Keep
applying pressure till you reach the hospital. This helps
control and eventually stop the bleeding.
 Make sure the person has a pulse and is breathing on the
way to the hospital. If he/she stops breathing, be prepared
to start CPR or EAR in the vehicle.
SUPREME COURT JUDGEMENT
• According to a Supreme Court Judgement, an accident victim

is entitled to immediate emergency medical care. A doctor is
duty bound to provide primary care to the patient and
informing the police is the hospital s responsibility.
DUTY OF THE DRIVER INVOLVED
IN THE ACCIDENT
• The primary duty of the driver of the vehicle involved in the
accident is to take the injured to the hospital. The only exception to
this rule is that if the driver of the vehicle himself is grievously
injured. He must answer all questions asked by the police and
submit to tests that are required. He must provide the police and the
victim with his insurance details, to help with the payment of any
damages.
• Finally, these are essential for any kind of injury, such as in the case
of a heart attack, burn injury or drowning

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WEEK 6

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

 Do not use a pressure bandage.

• A long, pointed tooth in

• NON VENOMOUS SNAKE

• If a venomous snake bites you immediately call rescue or local

 Move beyond the snake's striking distance.

 Cut a bite wound

 Move the Person in the water

• 3. Look for signs of breathing: Next, check if the person is breathing

• 5. Check for obstructions in the person’s mouth and throat: If you do

• 7. Ways to help him/her in grave situations: If there is bleeding

 The patient should be transported on a stretcher or a stiff

 If there is only a limb injury, the patient can be transported

• According to a Supreme Court Judgement, an accident victim

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