A standard first aid course teaches you how to quickly recognize a life-threatening emergency, and how to manage it until professional medical attention arrives.
What happens if the situation you are in is not consistent with what you learned from your standard first aid class. What if you have to manage a serious injury on your own for hours or days before professional medical care arrives?
Cuts
Some injuries can be treated at the home with simple first aid measures, depending on how severe they are. However, larger or gaping cuts that don't stop bleeding require medical attention.
The wound should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to prevent infection. A clean dressing should be used on the cut and it should be changed regularly.
Additionally, it is possible to apply some antiseptic to your cut or graze. This is an excellent choice.
A cloth or gauze can be used to stop bleeding. If blood soaks through the cloth, place another one on top and keep applying pressure until bleeding stops.
Scrapes
Everybody will experience cuts, scrapes, puncture wounds at some point in their lives. They are common in wilderness life. Knowing how to treat them correctly can help prevent infection.
With a few quick actions, most small cuts and scrapes stop bleeding quickly. For example, you can use a clean cloth or gauze pad to press firmly against the wound to stop the blood from flowing.
You can also apply a bit of rubbing alcohol to a cut or scrape. This will remove any dirt or other particles stuck to the wound.
The rubbing alcohol will also help clean the skin and kill bacteria that could cause infection. You can then cover the wound by using a gauze pad, tape, or sterile wrap. You should change the dressing or bandage every other day to prevent infection.
Burns
First aid is required if you are hurt by heat, flame, or liquid. First aid is a process that stops the burning process, relieves the burn, and covers the area with bandage.
Ice is not recommended to cool the burn. This can cause further tissue and skin damage. It could also cause shock (a sudden drop or rise in body temperature).
Protect the person who has been burned by removing any tight clothing, belts and jewelry from the affected area. To reduce burning, you can give pain medication if necessary.
If the burn is large and covers a large part of the body or involves the eyes, call 111 for an ambulance. If it's a minor second degree burn, you may be able to treat it yourself at home following the steps below.
Broken Bones
Bones are living tissues that can get bruised in many ways. If struck hard enough, they can also be damaged.
A cast or splint is used to prevent the fractured bone from moving during healing. This allows the bone to mend naturally and reduces pain and bleeding.
Some broken bones require surgery to reduce the break and help it heal. The type and severity of the injury as well as your age and medical history will determine the best treatment.
If you suspect a serious break, it's important to seek professional help as soon as possible. For an ambulance, dial 999 or Triple Zero (000), if you cannot get to an A&E.
FAQ
How can I find the right knife for me?
Choosing the best knife for your needs isn't easy. There are so many companies that claim to have the best knives.
Which is the best one? How do you choose?
First, you must consider what kind of tasks you plan to perform with your knife.
Do you have the ability to cut wood or skin animals?
Are you hunting or fishing with your knife? Is it designed for camp cooking or kitchen knife cutting?
Do you intend to use it for opening bottles and cans? Will you be opening packages or boxes?
Does your knife have to be strong enough?
Consider cleaning it after each use. Are you planning to wash it often?
Do they need to maintain their edge for a long time?
What is your most important survival tool?
The most important tool for survival is a sharp knife. It can't be any knife. It must have a sharp edge. You won't get much out of it if you don’t know how to properly use it.
A knife without its blade is useless. A knife with a dull edge is dangerous.
The best knives are made by master craftsmen who understand their actions. They take great pride at their work and ensure that each knife they make is flawless.
They keep their blades clean and sharpen them regularly.
It should feel comfortable in your hand when you are buying a knife. It should be comfortable to hold.
The handle should not have any sharp edges.
If you do find such flaws, ask the seller to fix them. Accept a knife you don't like in your hands.
What are the essential skills required to survive in the wild?
You must know how to start a fire when living off the land. It's more than lighting a match. You must also learn how to make a fire with friction and flint. You must also know how to not get burned by the flames.
You'll need to know how to build shelter from natural materials, such as trees, grasses, leaves, etc. To keep warm at night, you'll need to be able to use these materials in the best way. You will also need to understand how much water you are able to drink to stay alive.
Other Survival Skills
You can do other things to help you stay healthy, but they're not as vital as knowing how light a fire. You can eat many kinds of animals and plants, but you won't be capable of cooking them if you don’t know how to start a fire.
You will also need to know where and how to find food, including edible animals. You could become sick or starve if you don't have this knowledge.
What time does it take for help to be found after you have lost your way?
This depends on several factors:
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Where you are
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What type of terrain do you have?
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It does not matter if you are able to receive cell phone service
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Whether you have been seen by someone
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No matter if you're hurt
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It doesn't matter if you're dehydrated
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It doesn't matter if water has been ingested.
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You can tell if you've eaten in the last 24 hours.
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It doesn't matter if you are wearing the right clothing
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Whether you are carrying a map or compass
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How familiar are your local surroundings?
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How long has it been since you lost your way?
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How long did you spend looking for help?
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What is the average time it takes for people to notice what you are missing?
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How quickly they decide to search for you
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How many rescuers are you able to attract?
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How many rescues have you received?
What is your best survival tool in the event you lose everything?
The compass will tell you which direction north is. It also shows us the distance we have traveled since our origin point. The compass may not always help you find your way if you're travelling to a mountainous area. But if you're on a flat plain, the compass will usually give you what you need to know.
A compass is not necessary if you do not have one. You can use an object like a rock, tree or other solid for guidance. Although you would still need to locate a landmark to guide yourself, at least you would know where north is.
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- We know you're not always going to be 100% prepared for the situations that befall you, but you can still try and do your best to mitigate the worst circumstances by preparing for a number of contingencies. (hiconsumption.com)
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How To
How to purify water in emergency situations
In times of natural disasters, drinking water purification is one of the most critical activities. The process of purifying drinking water includes filtering, disinfection, and storage. In times of crisis, drinking clean water has saved many lives. It is also a faster way to recover from disasters.
Purified water should never be exposed to direct sunlight. Make sure purified water is stored properly. If you do not have enough containers, use plastic bags or bottles. Keep water at 4 degrees Celsius (40 F) or below. Avoid freezing the water to prevent ice crystals from forming.
These are the steps to follow when you prepare purified water
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Boil water until it boils. Pour the boiling water through a strainer to get rid of any impurities.
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For every 2 Gallons of water, add one teaspoon of Iodine. Mix thoroughly before adding the powdered iodine.
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Place the water in a sealed container. Keep the water in the container for no more than 3 days.
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You should label the container with the date, type and amount of water.
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Make sure that your water supply is safe!