Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency medical procedure for a victim of cardiac arrest. CPR can maintain circulation and breathing until emergency medical help arrives. CPR involves two elements: Chest Compressions combined with mouth to mouth rescue breathing. Before you beign, assess the situation before starting CPR.

Is the person conscious or unconscious?

If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his/her shoulder and ask loudly "Are you Ok" ?

If the person doesn't respond call the emergency help line number and begin doing CPR.


Remember the ABCs:

Think ABC - Air way, Breathing, Circulation.

Air way - Open the airway with the tilt -chin method.

Breathe - give two breaths.

Check circulation.


If there is in no pulse or breathing, perform chest compressions - 15 compressions and breaths

Keep the head slightly backward and 12 breaths.

Seal the casualty's nose to prevent escape of air by pinching with thumb and index finger.

Take a deep breathe, open your month widely, place it with the victim's mouth and make a tight seal.

Quickly below the full breath into the mouth of the victim.

Remove your mouth from the victim and allow him to exhale passively.

Repeat the procedure till the medical aid arrives.

BASIC FIRST AID

 BASIC FIRST AID

Prevention is better than cure but sometimes certain accidents may occur that cannot be prevented. In such cases, knowledge of some basic first aid tips can come in very handy for everyone and help in reducing their effects. The first thing to do is not to panic. Depending on the mishap or the accident, here are some common sense first aid tips that you can follow until help arrives to prevent and reduce serious consequences.

A.  Respiration:-

Check to see if the victim is breathing properly and his or her airways are clear. Artificial respiration like Mouth to Mouth or Mouth to Nose can help.

B.  Fainting:-

Lay down the patient and loosen his clothing around the chest, neck and waist. It is advisable to turn their head to one side. Once he/she regains consciousness, give them some fluids. Consult a doctor immediately.

C.  Fracture:-

If you suspect a fracture, immobilize the affected limb and keep it padded with support on either side of the joint.  Consult a doctor immediately.

D. Burns & Scalds:-

If the victim is suffering from burns or Scalds, cool the affected area with cold water until the pain reduces. Cover the blisters with a clean cloth. Give the patient plenty of  fluids. Consult a doctor.

E. Bleeding:-

If the victim has got hurt and is bleeding, the first thing you should do is to control the bleeding and take care of the wound. The wound should be covered with a bandage or a clean cloth. The affected part of the body like the leg or arm should be given rest and kept elevated.

F. Bleeding Nose:-

In the case of a bleeding nose, make the patient sit up with his head slightly forward. The nose should not be blown and the patient should try to avoid breathing from the nose. A cold compress should be applied over the nose . Consult a doctor.

G. Animal Bite:-

Wash the affected area with soap and water. Consult a doctor immediately to find out what to do next. If a dog has bitten the patient, it is usually advisable to identify the dog and watch him for a few days.

H. Bee Bite:-

Remove the stings forceps. Consult a doctor immediately.

Always keep the following numbers handy, such as Doctor’s, Ambulance service, taxi Service, Most reliable person to contact in case of an emergency.

 Note: If you are in doubt about what to do, it is better to do nothing. Due to your ignorance, you may do more harm than good.

Basic First Aid

 BASIC FIRST AID METHODS:

First Aid (प्राथमिक चिकित्सा)

First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury.                                                                        

प्राथमिक चिकित्सा किसी भी मामूली या गंभीर बीमारी या चोट से पीड़ित किसी भी व्यक्ति को दी जाने वाली पहली और तत्काल सहायता है।

Main Aim of First Aid (प्राथमिक चिकित्सा का मुख्य उद्देश्य)

1. To preserve life. (जीवन को संरक्षित करने के लिए।)                  

2. To prevent worsening condition. (बिगड़ती हालत को रोकने के लिए।)                                                                                                   

3. To promote recovery. (स्वास्थ्य लाभ को बढ़ावा देना।)  

CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation)

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including a heart attack or near drowning, in which someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped.                                              

कार्डियोपल्मोनरी रिससिटेशन (सीपीआर) एक आजीवन तकनीक है जो कई आपात स्थितियों में उपयोगी है, जिसमें दिल का दौरा पड़ना या डूबना शामिल है, जिसमें किसी की सांस या दिल की धड़कन रुक गई है।

What are Sprain and Strain? (मोच और तनाव क्या हैं?)

1. Sprain (मोच):- A sprain is a ligament injury (tissue that connects two or more bones in a joint). When a sprain occurs, one or more ligaments are pulled or torn.                                                                

 (मोच एक लिगामेंट की चोट है (ऊतक जो संयुक्त में दो या अधिक हड्डियों को जोड़ता है)। जब मोच होती है, तो एक या एक से अधिक लिगामेंट्स खिंच जाते हैं या फट जाते हैं।)                                                                                                                          

 2. Strain (तनाव):- A strain is an injury to a muscle (the fibrous cords of tissue that connect muscle to bone). In a strain, a muscle is pulled or torn.                                                                                                                                          

(एक तनाव एक मांसपेशी में एक चोट है (ऊतक के रेशेदार डोरियों जो कि हड्डी से मांसपेशी को जोड़ता है) एक तनाव में, एक मांसपेशी खींच या फट जाती है।)     

Dehydration (निर्जलीकरण)

Dehydration is a condition in which there is a shortage of water in our body and there is not enough water and fluids to do normal work in your body. If you do not replace the lost water and liquid substances back again by your body, you may become dehydrated and become dehydrated.

 डिहाइड्रेशन या निर्जलीकरण एक ऐसी स्थिति होती है जिसमे हमारे शरीर में पानी की कमी हो जाती है और आपके शरीर में सामन्य कार्य करने के लिए भी पर्याप्त पानी और तरल पदार्थ नहीं बचता। यदि आप पुनः अपने शरीर द्वारा खोये हुए पानी और तरल पदर्थों को वापस प्रतिस्थापित नहीं करते हैं तो आप डिहाइड्रेशन के शिकार हो सकते हैं और निर्जलीकृत हो जायेंगे।

Causes of Dehydration (निर्जलीकरण के कारण)

Dehydration is caused by not drinking enough fluid. Fluid is lost through sweat, tears, vomiting, urine or diarrhea. The severity of dehydration can depend on a number of factors, such as climate, level of physical activity and diet.                                                      

निर्जलीकरण पर्याप्त तरल पदार्थ नहीं पीने के कारण होता है। पसीने, आँसू, उल्टी, मूत्र या दस्त के माध्यम से द्रव खो जाता है। निर्जलीकरण की गंभीरता कई कारकों पर निर्भर कर सकती है, जैसे कि जलवायु, शारीरिक गतिविधि का स्तर और आहार।

Prevention of Dehydration (निर्जलीकरण की रोकथाम:)

1.   Drinking plenty of water at regular (hourly) intervals.                             
2. नियमित (प्रति घंटा) अंतराल पर पर्याप्त मात्रा में पानी पीना।                                               
3. Eating food rich in fruits and vegetables.                                                         
4. फल और सब्जियों से भरपूर भोजन करना।                                                                      
   
5. Drinking oral re hydration solutions, when suffering from diarrhea.                                                                                                          
6. दस्त से पीड़ित होने पर ORS (oral re hydration solutions) पीना।                                      
7. Drinking enough fluids, during strenuous physical activity.                          
8. पर्याप्त तरल पदार्थ पीना, ज़ोरदार शारीरिक गतिविधि के दौरान।                                       .
9. Drinking lots of water in places with extremely hot or cold weather.   
10. अत्यधिक गर्म या ठंडे मौसम वाले स्थानों पर बहुत सारा पानी पीना।