First aid

First aid is the initial care of the injured at the scene
of accident.
Anybody can give first aid, but to carry out
cardiopulmonary resuscitation measures one should
be trained in first aid and should possess a valid
certificate issued by a competent body.
First aid executed by a medical person is called
medical aid.
GOALS OF FIRST AID TREATMENT
Three Ps. aptly describes goals of first aid treatment:
• Preserve life by carrying out appropriate
resuscitative measures.
• Prevent further injuries by careful handling.
• Promote recovery.
INITIAL CARE OF THE INJURED
At the Scene of Accident
• Remove the victim from the accident spot.
• Check his or her vital parameters quickly (pulse,