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FIRST AIDER

Requirements:

Know the limits of First Aid and the need for getting adult help.

1. Know how to control bleeding by direct pressure on a wound.

2. Know the importance of cleanliness and show how to dress minor cuts and
grazes with gauze and roller bandages; apply and remove adhesive dressings.

3. Demonstrate the use of a triangular bandage as a large arm sling and a knee
bandage.

4. Demonstrate how to make a patient comfortable.

5. Know the common causes of burns and scalds in the home and their
prevention; how to put out burning clothing; the simple treatment of burns and
scalds.

6. Have knowledge of the mouth-to-mouth method of respiratory resuscitation and
where possible demonstrate this method by use of a manniquin or approved aid.

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