Medication of First Aid

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00:00Welcome to my channel Brainiac Breakdown Asterisk and this channel is about medical and surgical

00:05education. Today we will learn about first aid. In the event of an accident, administering first

00:11aid quickly and appropriately can make a significant difference in the outcome for

00:15the injured person. Here are some essential medications and first aid measures you can

00:20consider. 1. Pain Relief, Analgesics. Aspirin or ibuprofen for pain relief and reducing inflammation.

00:27However, avoid giving aspirin to someone who might have a head injury or internal bleeding.

00:33Acetaminophen. For mild pain, especially if the individual has sensitivity to anti-inflammatory

00:39drugs. 2. Antiseptics. Iodine-based antiseptics, e.g. betadine, or hydrogen peroxide, to clean

00:48wounds and reduce the risk of infection. Alcohol wipes. Used for cleaning the skin around a wound.

00:543. Topical Antibiotics. Neosporin or any other antibiotic ointment. Apply on minor cuts or

01:01abrasions to prevent infection. 4. Bandages and dressings. Sterile gauze pads. For covering wounds.

01:09Adhesive bandages. For s- 5. Burn relief. Burn gel or ointment, with aloe vera, for minor burns.

01:17Cold compress. To cool down burns or sprains. 6. Cold packs and ice. For reducing swelling

01:24in sprains or strains. Never apply ice directly to the skin. 7. Antihistamines. Difenhydramine,

01:32Benadryl, for allergic reactions from insect bites or stings. 8. Adrenaline, EpiPen. For severe

01:39allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, if the person has a known allergy and has been prescribed an EpiPen.

01:469. Gloves and hand sanitizer. Always use gloves when handling wounds to prevent contamination.

01:52Remember, never administer medication without knowing the person's medical history asterisk,

01:57and if unsure, it's better to wait for medical professionals to take over. Additionally,

02:02it's essential to call emergency services immediately in the case of serious injuries.

02:07If the accident involves head trauma, broken bones, or severe bleeding, immobilize the person,

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