Subject: Basic First Aid Techniques
Dear Team,
I hope this message finds you well. In the event of a medical emergency, it’s essential to know the basic steps to assist an injured person before professional medical help arrives. Always begin by calling for assistance. Assess the victim’s condition while giving them plenty of space, and prevent shock by elevating their legs and covering them to keep them warm.
If there are lacerations or open wounds, apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Once the bleeding has ceased, clean the wounds carefully and wrap them in a bandage. For minor burns, cool the affected area with running water to alleviate pain and prevent further damage.
In cases where the victim’s pulse or breathing has stopped, performing CPR or rescue breathing may be necessary. Before initiating rescue breathing, ensure that the victim’s airway is clear to allow unobstructed airflow.
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with these basic first aid techniques. Your prompt and knowledgeable actions can make a significant difference until medical professionals arrive.
Stay safe and take care.
Warm regards,
Multiple Choice Exercise:
- In a medical emergency, what is the first action you should take?
A) Start performing CPR immediately
B) Call for assistance
C) Assess the victim’s condition
D) Clear the victim’s airway - To prevent shock in an injury victim, you should:
A) Give them something to eat
B) Elevate their legs and cover them
C) Move them frequently
D) Keep them standing - When dealing with lacerations or open wounds, you should first:
A) Clean the wound immediately
B) Apply pressure to stop the bleeding
C) Wrap the wound without applying pressure
D) Ignore it if bleeding has stopped - For minor burns, the appropriate first aid is to:
A) Apply ice directly to the burn
B) Cool the burn with running water
C) Apply ointment or oil
D) Cover it with a dry cloth - Before performing CPR or rescue breathing, you must:
A) Check if the victim is bleeding
B) Ensure the victim’s airway is clear
C) Call the victim’s family
D) Move the victim into a sitting position
Đáp án và giải thích:
- Đáp án: B) Call for assistanceGiải thích: Trong văn bản có nêu: “In a medical emergency, always call for assistance first.” Điều này có nghĩa là trong tình huống khẩn cấp y tế, bước đầu tiên bạn nên làm là gọi trợ giúp.
- Đáp án: B) Elevate their legs and cover themGiải thích: Văn bản chỉ dẫn: “Prevent shock by elevating the legs and covering the victim.” Nghĩa là để ngăn ngừa sốc cho nạn nhân, bạn nên nâng cao chân và đắp chăn cho họ.
- Đáp án: B) Apply pressure to stop the bleedingGiải thích: Theo văn bản: “Apply pressure to lacerations or other open wounds to stop bleeding.” Điều này có nghĩa là khi gặp vết cắt hoặc vết thương hở, bạn cần áp lực lên vết thương để cầm máu.
- Đáp án: B) Cool the burn with running waterGiải thích: Văn bản hướng dẫn: “Cool minor burns with running water.” Tức là đối với vết bỏng nhẹ, bạn nên làm mát vết bỏng dưới nước chảy.
- Đáp án: B) Ensure the victim’s airway is clearGiải thích: Trong văn bản có viết: “Be sure to clear the victim’s airway before rescue breathing is carried out.” Nghĩa là trước khi thực hiện hô hấp nhân tạo hoặc thổi ngạt, bạn phải đảm bảo đường thở của nạn nhân được thông thoáng.
