Seizures, or seizures, occur due to abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, which lead to the involuntary contraction of various muscles in the body. Typically, seizures last only a few seconds, but they can also last for 2 to 5 minutes and happen several times in a row. During a seizure crisis it is advised […]
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Anaphylactic shock is a serious allergic reaction that can lead to the throat closing, preventing adequate breathing and potentially leading to death within minutes. Therefore, anaphylactic shock must be treated as quickly as possible. First aid in this case is important to ensure the person’s chances of survival and includes: Call 911 immediately or take […]
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In the event of a stroke, it is important that the person providing assistance remains calm and calls an ambulance. You should then place the person who suffered the stroke on their side, with their head slightly raised and supported, and check whether the person is conscious or not. If the person becomes unconscious and […]
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Knowing what to do in the face of the most common domestic accidents can not only reduce the severity of the accident, but also save a life. The accidents that most frequently happen at home are burns, nosebleeds, poisoning, cuts, electric shocks, falls, suffocation and bites. Therefore, see how to act in the face of […]
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Blows to the head generally do not need to be treated urgently, however, when the trauma is very severe, such as what happens in traffic accidents or falls from great heights, it is necessary to know what to do to reduce or avoid possible complications . Therefore, it is important to call an ambulance, check […]
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When someone with diabetes is injured, it is very important to pay attention to the injury, even if it seems very small or simple, as in the case of cuts, scrapes, blisters or calluses, as there is a greater risk of the wound not healing properly and causing a serious infection. This care can be […]
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First aid in sport is mainly related to muscle injuries, wounds and fractures. Know how to act in these situations and what to do so that the condition does not worsen, as in cases of fractures, for example, unnecessary movement can worsen the degree of injury to the bone. Another recurring situation during sports is […]
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To be able to help a diabetic, it is important to know whether it is an episode of excess blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or a lack of blood sugar (hypoglycemia), as both situations can happen. Hyperglycemia is more common in diabetics who do not receive adequate treatment or do not follow a balanced diet, while hypoglycemia […]
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An open fracture occurs when there is a wound associated with the fracture, whether it is possible to observe the bone or not. In these cases, there is a greater risk of developing an infection and, therefore, it is very important to know what to do to avoid these types of complications. Therefore, in the […]
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In the event of a traffic accident, it is very important to know what to do and what first aid to provide, as this can save the victim’s life. Traffic accidents such as rollovers, being run over or head-on collisions can occur due to poor road conditions or visibility, excessive speed, or changes in the […]
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