First Aid, Safety & Preparedness

The following are first aid treatment guidelines for head injury: Call for medical help. If necessary to turn victim, turn as unit. Use two rescuers and the log-roll technique (stabilize the head and neck while you instruct your helper to... Full Answer

When a body part is partially or completely amputated, quick first aid action is required to help ensure the best possible repair. Tissue can be preserved for up to 18 hours if properly cared for; however, reattachment has the best chance of... Full Answer

In some cases, it is possible to reattach a limb. If you suffer a severed limb, be sure to rinse off the detached body part, wrap it in a moist cloth and store it in a sealed plastic bag. Then, place the sealed plastic bag into ice water and transport it... Full Answer

Frostbite and hypothermia are two types of cold-related emergencies. Full Answer

There are many things to consider when planning for a possible emergency medical services (EMS) call. Think about how the EMS workers will enter and exit the field. Will a regular-size ambulance fit, or should you request a small ambulance if there is a... Full Answer

When you get to the ER, the nurses and doctors need to know your medical history and what medications you are taking in order to give you the best care. They don’t know you so you must be your own advocate. Your personal physician will not... Full Answer

Activating the EMS system by calling 9-1-1 or the local emergency number is the most important step you can take in an emergency.  Full Answer

Do these things now. Well, this week, anyway. Each of these moves will take you only between 5 seconds and 20 minutes to complete, and they could prevent the premature tapping of your life insurance by a spouse who might be spoiled by the riches. Put... Full Answer

An emergency information sheet (EIS) is a great timesaver. When minutes count, you don’t want to be fumbling through the phone book or looking on the web for a phone number. Take the time now to fill in all the necessary phone numbers and... Full Answer

Naturally, having your I.D. and your health insurance card on your (hopefully still warm, intact and breathing) body will be a huge help if you're found unconscious during an emergency—or are otherwise unable to help direct your own emergency care.... Full Answer