7 Common First Aid Myths and Facts | Emergency care

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7 Common First Aid Myths and Facts Emergency
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First-aid is a very common topic that many keep
talking about or refer to in their conversations.
However, how many of them actually know what
exactly is first aid and the various steps in
first aid? First aid is an immediate and
short-term solution for any accident. Going wrong
in this might make things worse or fatal. Here
are common first aid myths and facts that
everyone should know Burn Myth
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1. Grab some butter for those burns Many people
suggest grabbing a dash of butter to treat a
burning wound. This can only lead to
complications as the grease from the butter will
not help the wound heal. Instead, if you come
across a burn, run it under cold water and cover
it loosely with a light cotton cloth. If you find
the burn blistering, seek medical
advice. Sprain Myth
2. Heat on your sprain It is often said to
relieve your sprained areas by applying a hot
pack on it. While this might give temporary
relief, it can cause more swelling. The best
thing to do if you sprained your arm, leg, or
any other part is to apply a cold pack and seek
medical advice to make sure it is not a
fracture. Eyes Myth
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3. Rub your eyes vigorously if you have something
in it Even a small speck in our eyes can make us
feel so annoyed that we immediately want to rub
it to get it out. However, the inside of your
eyes have tender muscles and the eyeball is all
the more sensitive. Rubbing roughly with a
foreign particle inside can cause damage.
Instead, rinse your eyes with regular water and
pat dry them to make sure you feel better. Vomit
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4. Make someone vomit if they have swallowed
poison
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Many people first advise the person to vomit.
However, this can cause more harm. If the poison
has a higher concentration of chemicals, it might
cause burning in the throat and stomach
especially if the person has to vomit to take it
out through the system. The best solution would
be to read the pack for poison control
instructions and rush the victim to the
hospital. Snake Venom Myth
5. Suck the venom from a snake bite This is a
very common first aid that many would have heard
of. The reality however is totally different.
When a snake bites, the venom immediately rushes
through the bloodstream. Sucking can only make
the injury worse. The best first aid to this is
to rush the person to the nearest medical
help. Fits Myth
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6. Stick a spoon to the persons mouth if they
are experiencing a seizure Many people often get
worried when someone experiences a seizure. Never
make the mistake of putting a spoon in their
mouth. There is no case that says they might bite
and hurt their tongue. Instead, remove any hard
objects from around to prevent any other
injuries. Also, let the seizure pass and call
for medical help. Nose Bleed Myth
7. Tilt your head back if you have a nosebleed
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This is a very common tip that many are advised
to follow. However, this can make things
uncomfortable. If you are bleeding from the nose,
keep your head at the level and squeeze the nose
tip and hold a cloth to absorb the excess
bleeding. Pinch the tip and lean forward to not
accidentally take in some blood that might end up
making you feel nauseated. Now that you know how
to break these common myths, the next time you
find someone advising these, correct them with
proper reasoning. Be a Good Samaritan! Learn all
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