First aid for common injuries
July 28, 2017
Not all injuries are life threatening or need medical attention, however an injury is still an injury. They’re often uncomfortable and can make your life more difficult for its duration.
Shave some of that time off by doing your own first aid. The sooner, the better.
Cuts/Scrapes
Bruising
Sunburn/Burns
Dehydration
Insect bites/stings
Choking
There are some more serious issues however, which will require immediate medical attention as well as first aid in the meantime.
Heat exhaustion/stroke
Hypothermia
Heart attack
Stroke
Lacerations
Seizures