First Aid

Follow the links below to find information on first aid, including first aid kits and equipment.

Reviewed May 2011

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Title:   Bites and stings
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   In summer weather especially there are many biting insects around. There are some things you can do to help avoid your children being bitten.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Child safety - reducing injuries
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The risk of injuries to a child in the home can be reduced by simple safety measures. You can make your home safer by installing equipment such as safety barriers and locks, by leaning first aid and constantly supervising children. Drowning, falls, fire, scalds and burns, and poisoning are common causes of injury or death to children in the home.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Partying safely - tips for teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Partying is fun for people of all ages. Teenagers in particular like to party, which could include clubbing, attending a concert or festival, having a party at home or going to a party at a friend's house. Following a few tips and suggestions will help you stay safe when you're out having a good time.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   First aid kits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A first aid kit should be properly stocked and available at all times in the home, in the car and at work. Contents should include bandages, dressings, tapes, a thermal blanket, gloves, resuscitation masks and other equipment. A first aid course can help you understand how to use your first aid kit.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Choking
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Choking occurs when an object partly or completely blocks a person's airway. Choking may be a life-threatening medical emergency because the brain can only survive a few minutes without oxygen. Signs and symptoms include clutching at the throat, coughing, wheezing and a red face. First aid can save a life.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Anaphylaxis
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information about anaphylaxis (sudden, severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction) and what you should do in an emergency.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   European wasp
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The European wasp can sting repeatedly and the stings are very painful. A European wasp sting causes burning pain, a raised lump, redness and local inflammation. Repeated stings may trigger an allergy, including life-threatening anaphylaxis. A European wasp looks similar to a bee and is around 15mm to 20mm in length with a bright yellow body. This insect likes to live around humans because of the ready supply of food and drink, especially sweet foods and drinks.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Choking
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Choking is a risk for babies and young children. take care that your home does not have small things around that they can put in their mouths.
Date:   Jul 2011
Title:   Bites and stings - first aid
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   First aid for bites and stings should include bandaging the wound and keeping the person immobile until medical help arrives. Do not apply a tourniquet. Call your emergency service and apply CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if the person collapses or stops breathing.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Electric shock
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Electric shock can cause injuries including burns and disturbances to heart rhythm (heart failure) that could be fatal. Always disconnect the power supply before trying to help a victim of electric shock. Be especially careful in wet areas, since water conducts electricity. Downed powerlines are dangerous - if you are in car, stay inside the car until the powerlines are removed by qualified emergency workers. A safety switch can reduce the risk of electric shock in the home.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a combination of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and chest compressions that delivers oxygen and artificial circulation to a person whose heart has stopped. This is referred to as being in 'cardiac arrest' (caused by a heart attack). CPR can be life-saving first aid.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Burns
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Burns require first aid and some burns are a medical emergency. First aid for all burns includes holding the burn under cool running water for at least 20 minutes. Major burns are a medical emergency and require urgent medical attention. In some cases, skin graft surgery is needed.
Date:   May 2011
Title:   How to stop choking - first aid
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A Parenting in Pictures guide showing what to do when a baby or child is choking. Includes information on clearing a blockage in the airway, and delivering back blows and chest thrusts to babies and children.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   CPR for babies under 12 months
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   This Parenting in Pictures guide shows how to perform CPR including rescue breathing and chest compressions for babies under 12 months.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Heart Attack
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information about heart attacks.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Travel medical kit checklist - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Stay safe when you are travelling with this checklist of handy health supplies.
Date:   Dec 2010
Title:   Heart attack and cardiac arrest: emergency treatment - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   First aid and emergency treatment if you suspect someone is having a heart attack.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Anaphylaxis
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of allergic reaction and is potentially life-threatening. Anaphylaxis should be treated as a medical emergency, requiring immediate treatment.
Date:   Apr 2010
Title:   Burns and scalds
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   You have probably heard about children getting badly burned sometimes, but I wonder if you have thought about how easy it is to happen
Date:   Jan 2012
Title:   Bee stings - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   First-aid advice on the best treatment for bee stings. Find out about severe reactions and how to avoid being stung by a bee.
Date:   Nov 2009

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