FIRST AID

First aid - what everybody should know
Reviewed by Dr Stuart Crisp, specialist registrar
Why learn first aid?
WARNING!
This advice is a general guideline for use in an emergency.
It is not intended to replace professional classes in first aid and resuscitation.
First aid is an important skill. By performing simple procedures and following certain guidelines, it may be possible to save lives by giving basic treatment until professional medical help arrives.
Remember, too, that practice makes perfect. In an emergency there is no time to read instructions. If you've memorised some of the basic procedures, it will help you react quickly and efficiently.