Basic home first aid steps for cuts, burns, sprains, and choking, framed as original educational concept cards rather than clinical protocols.
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- First thing to do for a bleeding cut
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Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth- Why does pressure help stop a cut from bleeding
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Pressure helps blood clot and seal the wound- How long should you apply pressure to a bleeding cut
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5 to 10 minutes- How to check if a cut has stopped bleeding
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Gently remove the cloth and look- When should you rinse a cut with water
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After the bleeding has slowed down- Why rinse a cut under running water
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Removes dirt, debris, and bacteria- When might a cut need stitches
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When edges are deep, gaping, or longer than half an inch- A cut keeps bleeding after 15 minutes of pressure, next step
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Seek medical help- Steps to properly bandage a clean cut
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Clean it, apply antibiotic ointment if available, cover with bandage- Signs that a cut might be infected
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Increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or pus- First aid for a deep puncture wound like a nail poke
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Soak in warm water and watch closely for infection signs- First step for treating a minor burn
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Run cool water over it for 10 to 15 minutes- Why use cool water immediately on a burn
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It stops the burn from getting worse and reduces pain- Never put these on a fresh burn
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Ice directly on skin, butter, or oil- What makes a burn severe enough to need emergency help
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Large area, deep color change, or on face, hands, or joints
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