First Aid is the immediate care given to a person who is injured or suddenly becomes ill, before full medical treatment is available.
It is not a replacement for professional medical help, but it can:
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Save lives in critical moments.
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Prevent conditions from getting worse.
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Promote faster recovery until professional care is given.
✅ Key Points About First Aid:
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Immediate Response: First aid is provided right at the place of incident.
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Simple Skills: It uses basic knowledge and easy-to-learn techniques.
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Anyone Can Do It: You don’t have to be a doctor – with training, anyone can provide first aid.
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Bridge to Medical Care: It gives initial support until doctors, nurses, or paramedics take over.
🩹 Example Situations Where First Aid Helps:
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Helping a person who is choking in a restaurant.
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Controlling bleeding after a road accident.
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Giving CPR to someone who suddenly collapses.
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Cooling and covering a burn injury until reaching a hospital.
📌 Learning Outcome of This Lesson:
After completing this lesson, learners will:
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Understand the definition and purpose of first aid.
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Recognize the importance of quick action in emergencies.
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Realize that everyone can play a role in saving lives.