Essentials of First Aid for Nursing

Maheshwari Loganathan BSc (N) MSc (N) in Paediatrics RN RM

• Section I: Principles and Concepts of First Aid1. First Aid2. Terminology in First AidSection II: First Aid ManagementA. Common Emergency Conditions3. Management of High Fever4. High Sugar in Body (Hyperglycemia)5. Low Blood Sugar in Body (Hypoglycemia)6. Minor Injuries7. Fainting (Unconsciousness)8. Bites and Stings9. Poisoning10. Drowning11. FrostbiteB. Common Cardiovascular Conditions12. Bleeding13. Shock and Chest Pain14. Stroke15. Heart Attack16. Angina PectorisC. Common Respiratory Conditions17. Choking18. Asthma19. Asphyxia20. SuffocationD. Common Musculoskeletal Injuries21. Fracture and Dislocations22. Burns and Scalds24. AccidentsSection III: Community Emergencies25. Fire Explosion, Flood, Famine, and Earthquake26. Gas Leakage27. COVID-19: Situation MeasuresSection IV: Procedures and Protocols28. Disaster Management29. Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation According to American Heart Association30. First Aid Assessment31. Medicolegal Cases32. Fire Safety and Evacuation33. Transportation of Injured Patients34. BandagesImportant QuestionsIndex