What is first aid?
First aid, emergency treatment measures are applied to victims of accidents or sudden illnesses until there are specialized treatment. The purpose of first aid is to relieve pain and anxiety of the injured or ill to prevent the worsening of his condition. In extreme cases are necessary to prevent death until you get medical care.
First aid varies depending on the needs of the victim and the rescuer as knowledge. Knowing what not to do is as important as knowing what to do because a therapeutic measure misapplied can cause serious complications. For example, acute appendicitis a mild laxative may endanger the patient’s life.
Tags: First Aid, medical care., patient's life., specialized treatment, victim
