This video provides first aid tips for common emergencies that may occur in daily life. It starts with advice on dealing with seizures, emphasizing the importance of keeping the person safe and not trying to stop the seizure. If a seizure lasts for more than 5 minutes, the video advises calling an ambulance.
The video then moves on to discussing the correct way to treat muscle pain or joint discomfort. It explains that cold should be applied when an injury is new and causing inflammation, while heat should be used when the pain is recurrent or the injury has been around for some time.
In case of fainting, the video advises against trying to pick up the person or spraying cold water on their face, as these actions can make the situation worse. Instead, it recommends restoring blood flow to the brain by elevating the legs and unbuttoning tight clothing or belts.
The video also provides advice on handling emergencies involving poisonous liquids. It advises against inducing vomiting or drinking any liquid, as these actions can worsen the situation. It suggests seeking medical help and administering activated charcoal to prevent the absorption of the poison.
In the event of a traffic accident, the video advises not to move the injured unless they are in danger of death. It warns against manipulating an injured person in a stable position as this could cause fractures or damage to the spinal cord.
The video concludes with advice on handling burns, suggesting to keep the burned area in cold water for 15 minutes and to avoid using butter or greasy substances to relieve burns.
Throughout the video, the presenter refers to the Red Cross for the information provided.
1. The video aims to teach the correct way to act in small emergencies that commonly occur in our lives .
2. One of the first aid tips discussed is what not to do if something gets in your eye. Blowing near an eyelid or using a tissue or handkerchief to remove the object can lead to injuries or further irritation .
3. The correct procedure for dealing with an object in the eye is to rinse the eyes with water and, if possible, place a few moisturizing drops. The liquid will drag the object to the edge of the eyelid where it will come out freely without complications and pain .
4. If someone accidentally swallows an object, the appropriate action depends on the shape of the object and the person's reaction. If the object is round without edges and small, and the person is not suffering from suffocation or discomfort when breathing, it is most likely that it has been expelled through feces .
5. If the person is partially short of breath, it is not advisable to hit them on the back. Instead, encourage them to cough harder to expel the stuck object. If the airway is completely obstructed, the Heimlich maneuver may be necessary .
6. If, due to an accident or for any other reason, you ingest any poisonous liquid, it is not advisable to provoke vomiting or drink any type of liquid. This can damage your esophagus, throat, and other organs that have been in contact with it .
7. In case of poisonous liquid ingestion, it is common to administer activated charcoal to prevent the medication from being absorbed. Gastric lavage is also an option .
8. Another common myth is that butter or greasy substances relieve burns. However, they can create a film when they dry, preventing the wound from breathing and regulating its temperature. Instead, the burned area should be kept in cold water for 15 minutes to regulate the heat and speed up healing .
9. If someone near you faints, do not try to pick them up or spray cold water on their face. Instead, elevate their legs approximately 30 centimeters to restore blood flow to the brain .
10. For muscle pain or joint discomfort, cold therapy is recommended for recent injuries, while heat therapy is recommended for recurrent injuries or injuries that have been around for some time .
11. If someone near you has a seizure, keep them away from any sharp objects, loosen anything that could exert pressure, but do not try to stop or avoid the seizure. Most epilepsy attacks last a short time and usually end without any damage .
12. If the person convulses for more than 5 minutes, an ambulance should be called .
13. The advice provided in the video is supported by the Red Cross .