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How to Bandage a Hand

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

When you're wrapping your hand due to an injury, you want to bandage it correctly in order to protect the hand from further injury. Bandaging a hand can also promote healing and ensure you don't move...

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How to Treat a Cat Scratch

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Maybe Fluffy didn't really mean to do it. Maybe Tiger was a bit temperamental today and before you knew it, zas!, you go ouch when you feel a sudden pierce on your skin. Here are a few simple steps...

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How to Identify a Neck Injury

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Neck injuries are one of the most serious types of injury that can occur, as they can result in paralysis, physical and mental disability and even death. If you are present at the scene of an accident,...

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How to Perform CPR on a Dog

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

For pet lovers, knowing how to perform CPR is essential. Just like humans, you never know when you'll need to use it and you'll be glad you know how if you ever need to. Performing CPR is simple if you...

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How to Give the Heimlich Maneuver to Dogs

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

If you've ever had a pet emergency, you know that time is of the essence the same as with a human. If your dog chokes, you should be aware of this lifesaving technique. The Heimlich Maneuver for dogs...

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How to Bandage an Elbow

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

The elbow is a common place to sustain an injury. A person can strain or sprain the elbow easily through sports, overuse or twisting it during normal daily activity. Whatever the injury, it's good to...

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How to Take a Person's Vital Signs

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

If you're training to be a medical professional, one of the first things you'll learn is how to take a person's vital signs. Vital signs include finding your patient's temperature, pulse, breathing and...

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How to Treat Head Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

When a person sustains a head injury, swelling of the brain can result. If the injury is severe enough, a person could experience contusions (brusing) or even a blood clot otherwise called a...

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How to Identify Rescue Breathing

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Correctly performing rescue breathing is essential in any case where a person has stopped taking breaths, since a lack of oxygen can cause brain damage within minutes. Rescue breathing--which can be...

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How to Perform First Aid for Seizures

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Seeing someone have a seizure is a very scary experience. Many people in this situation panic, mistakenly assuming that the victim is dying. Seizures are scary, but they are often not fatal. Knowing...

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How to Make Your Own Waterless Hand Sanitizer out of household Items

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

The active ingredient in store bought waterless hand sanitizers is alcohol. You can easily duplicate hand sanitizers at home for much less cost and create scents that you and your family love without...

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How to Care for Superficial Wounds

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Caring for superficial wounds requires the most basic of first aid treatments. Learning basic first aid techniques prepares you to treat all sorts of wounds, regardless of the cause of the injury....

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How to Give First Aid to a Choking Child

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Children like to put small things in their mouths, and it's not uncommon for those small objects to become lodged in the children's throats from time to time. If you encounter a choking child, it is...

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How to Create a Home First Aid Kit

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

While there are a number of first aid kits available for purchase, they often lack some supplies you need or have extras you do not need. Instead of buying the prepackaged version, you can save money...

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Basic First Aid: Calling 911

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to follow basic rules when calling 911 after a medical emergency and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free...

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Basic First Aid: Creating an Anatomical Splint

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to create an anatomical splint to treat a fracture or broken bone and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free...

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Basic First Aid: Treating a Seizure

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to care for seizure victims and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional video.

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Basic First Aid: Treating Blistering Burns

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to care for blistering burns and wounds and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional video.

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Basic First Aid: Basic Victim Assistance & First Aid

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to apply the three C's of victim assistance: check, call and care and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free...

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Basic First Aid: Checking a Conscious Victim

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to care for a conscious victim or person who appears to be ill and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free...

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Basic First Aid: Checking the Pulse, Breathing & Airway

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to check a choking victim's airway, breathing and circulation, or pulse and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this...

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Basic First Aid: Treating Chemical Burns & Victims of Electric Shock

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to treat victims of electric shock and electrocution and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional...

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Basic First Aid: Treating Burns

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to know different burn types and the proper techniques for caring for burns and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in...

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Basic First Aid: Controlling Bleeding

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to apply pressure point techniques on wound care and how to control bleeding and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in...

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Basic First Aid: Using Rubber Gloves to Treat a Patient

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How and why to wear rubber gloves, or latex gloves, when caring for a patient who is bleeding, vomiting or losing body fluids; get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and...

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Basic First Aid: Applying a Sling

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how to properly apply a sling for a broken arm and get expert tips and instruction for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free instructional video.

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Basic First Aid: When to Apply an Arm Sling?

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Learn how and when to apply an arm sling for a fracture, dislocation, sprain or strain and get instructions for applying basic first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical treatment in this free...

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Anaphylaxis Emergency First Aid

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Watch a dramatization of an anaphylactic reaction and find out what to do in case of a severe allergic reaction in this free video.

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Assessing an Anaphylactic Reaction

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Watch a first aid dramatization of how a paramedic assesses an allergic reaction in this free training video.

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General Allergic Reactions

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Any allergen can cause an allergic reaction. Find out the four ways you can be exposed to an allergen in this free video.

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What is Anaphylaxis?

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Anaphylactic allergic reactions can be fatal. Find out what causes anaphylaxis and what the symptoms are in this free video.

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Causes of Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

There are common causes of anaphylaxis that you should be aware of. Find out what some common causes are in this free video.

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Uncommon Causes of Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

There are uncommon causes of anaphylaxis that you should be aware of. Find out what some uncommon causes of anaphylaxis in this free video.

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Invisible Symptoms of Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Swollen airways caused by anaphylaxis can fatally choke someone in anaphylactic shock. Though you cannot see it it is important to check for this symptom. Find out how in this free video.

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Symptoms of Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Symptoms of anaphylaxis include hives, high heart rate, and shortness of breath. Find out more about the symptoms of anaphylaxis in this free video.

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When to Seek Medical Care for Allergic Reactions

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Allergic reactions can be fatal. Find out when to seek medical care for an allergic reaction in this free video.

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Anaphylaxis Home First Aid

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

If you have an allergic reaction and cannot get to medical care there are home first aid techniques you can use. Find out how to treat allergic reaction in this free video.

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First Aid Equipment for Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Paramedics use first aid equipment for treating allergic reactions. Find out what this equipment is and how it works in this free video.

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Using an Epi Pen for Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

The Epinephrine pen or epi pen can be used for people suffering from anaphylaxis. Find out how to use an epi pen in this free video.

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Anaphylactic Emergency Treatment

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Paramedics save lives everyday, including sufferers of severe allergic reactions. Find out how paramedics treat anaphylaxis in this free video.

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Drug Treatment for Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Anaphylaxis can be deadly. Find out what drugs paramedics administer to patients suffering from anaphylaxis in this free video.

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How to Prevent Anaphylaxis

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, can be prevented. Find out how to prevent severe allergic reactions in this free video.

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Cleaning a Wound: First Aid for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to clean a wound; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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First Aid Kits for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to stock and keep up with a minor injury-ready first aid kit; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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Applying a Sling: First Aid for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to apply a sling to a minor arm injury; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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Reducing Knee Swelling: First Aid for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to reduce swelling in a knee injury; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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Treating a Bee Sting: First Aid for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to treat a bee sting or insect bite; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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Reducing Black Eye Swelling: First Aid for Minor Injuries

November 4, 2014, 2:06 am

How to reduce swelling in a black eye; get expert tips and advice on performing first aid and emergency medical care in this free instructional video.

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