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Caution:If you suspect a head, neck, or back injury,
do not move the injured unless it is absolutely necessary.
- Check the victim's ABCs (Airway Breathing and Circulation).
If the victim is not breathing or does not have a
pulse or heartbeat, begin CPR
- Position the victim so he is comfortable. Unless
the victim is more comfortable sitting up, lay him
on his back, with his head lower than the rest of
his body. If you do not suspect any broken leg bones,
elevate the legs 8 to 12 inches. Recheck the victim's
airway.
- Try to determine the cause of shock and perform
first aid for the appropriate emergency.
- Make the victim warm and comfortable. Loosen any
tight clothing and cover the victim with a blanket
or additional clothing. Do not use an electric blanket
or any other form of direct heat. If the victim is
lying down, do not place a pillow under the head,
as this might cause the airway to become blocked.
- Keep the
airway open. If the victim begins to choke or vomit,
turn his head to one side so that the vomit will not
block his airway.
- If medical help is more than an hour away, give
the conscious victim a clean cloth soaked in water
to suckon.
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- Restlessness
or anxiety
- Weak,
rapid pulse
- Cold,
clammy, pale skin
- Shaking
chills
- Chest
pain
- Rapid,
shallow breathing
- Dizziness
or general weakness
- Nausea
or vomiting
- Unconsciousness
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ANAPHYLACTIC
SHOCK
IMPORTANT!
- If
you suspect a severe allergic reaction,
the victim may be in anaphylactic shock.
SYMPTOMS
- Itching
- Flushed
face
- Dizziness
- Nausea
or vomiting
- Wheezing
- Unconsciousness
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- Hives
- Warm
skin
- Swollen
face or tongue
- Abdominal
cramps
- Difficulty
breathing
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In
addition to treating the victim as you would
for shock, perform these steps:
- Determine
if the victim was stung by an insect.
If so, carefully scrape the stinger off
the victim's skin. CAUTION: Do not use
tweezers; this may push more venom into
the skin.
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Administer
medicine, if available. Some people
are prone to anaphylactic shock may
have emergency supplies on hand. If
this is the case, help the victim with
his medicine. This may include giving
the victim a shot of epinephrine; follow
the instructions on the medication
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