Sunday 1 April 2012

First - aid for shock

Shock is a failure of body  systems to work. It is brought on by reduce blood circulation after sudden illness or accident.


 Sign of shock.  

Cold ,clammy, pale skin, rapid ,faint pulse, quick ,irregular breathing,weakness  , nausea, blood pressure drops dangerously due to reduced circulation. 


In case of shock.


 Keep casualty quiet laying down lightly covered to conserve body heat.Put a blanket under the causality if laying on ground.Elevate blower limbs if no fracture is suspected.Loosen tight clothing. Treat causes of shock.Moisten lips with water if casualty compliance of thirst. Do not give any thing to eat or drink. If casualty is unconscious place casualty in recovery  position to allow drainage of fluids.Consult a medical assistance.

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