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the critical moment when saving lives: Cold knowledge In today's society, accidents happen frequently, and emergencies happen at any time. At this point, knowing some cold knowledge can help us to rescue the wounded and relieve their pain timely and effectively.
1. Heart attack: Many patients with chest pain and shortness of breath may have a heart attack. At this moment, lay the patient on the ground, call 911 immediately, and perform the following treatments as soon as possible: (1) Use aspirin: Ask the patient to swallow an aspirin (usually 325mg). (2) Nitroglycerin: If the patient uses nitroglycerin, let the patient take an appropriate amount of nitroglycerin under the tongue or through the throat. (3) CPR: If the patient does not have a heartbeat or breathing, perform chest compressions and artificial respiration immediately.
2. Heatstroke: Heatstroke is common in summer. When a patient appears with symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and sweating profusely, the following treatments should be performed timely: (1) Move to a cool place: Move the patient to a ventilated place, and try to cool down by turning on the air conditioner and fan or using a cold towel. (2) Hydration: Patient should drink plenty of water and eat snacks rich in salt and water, such as watermelon and cucumber, to replenish the electrolytes lost in the body. (3) Seek medical attention: In severe cases, immediately call for medical attention and transfer to the hospital for medical treatment.
3. Choking: Choking can occur while eating, and it is essential to know how to deal with it timely. The following measures are recommended: (1) The Heimlich maneuver: Stand behind the patient; hold the patient's waist with one hand and make a fist with the other hand, pressing hard upwardly to the abdomen above the navel. (2) Back slaps: If the Heimlich maneuver does not work, the patient should lean forward, and their body bends slightly. Then slap the back of the patient with the palm of your hand five times. (3) Call 911: When the patient is unconscious, has breathing difficulties, or has cyanosis of skin and lips, call 911 immediately.
4. Shock: There are many reasons behind shock, and the symptoms may appear when a person loses more than 15% of blood or fluid. When found the patient in shock, the following treatments should be performed timely: (1) Lying flat: Lay the patient flat immediately, and elevate the feet 30-45 cm higher than the head. (2) Stop bleeding: If there is bleeding or hemorrhage, apply a tourniquet or a sterile dressing to stop the bleeding. (3) Oxygen inhalation: When the patient has a breathing difficulty, let the patient inhale oxygen timely. (4) Intravenous therapy: In case of blood loss or dehydration, the patient should receive intravenous therapy to supplement the fluid and electrolytes. In conclusion, knowing some common medical knowledge can help us respond appropriately in critical situations, improve the chances of successful rescue, and reduce the damage caused by accidents. It is essential for us to learn first aid knowledge and to be prepared to handle emergencies.