First Aid

Bites & Stings - Fact sheets cover insects, snakes and spiders in Australia, illustrations to help show the correct first aid to use in each case.
www.rch.org.au/poisons/stings.cfm?doc_id=3639

CPR: A Real Lifesaver - Knowing what to do when someone stops breathing can save their life. This article explains what CPR is, and where it is taught.
kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/cpr.html

First Aid - Describes the basic steps for dealing with emergencies and accidents, using diagrams and simple lists.
first_aid_4all.tripod.com/

First Aid - ThinkQuest project explains what to do for wounds, broken bones, poisoning, and burns. Contains simple instructions and clear diagrams.
library.thinkquest.org/10624/1staid.html

First Aid - Basic - What To Do - Explains what it is and five things to remember when a friend needs help.
www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1567

First Aid - Bleeding - Tells how to help someone who is bleeding. Explains what to do for heavy bleeding, light bleeding, objects in a wound, and nosebleeds.
www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1565

First Aid - Broken Bones - Tells what a fracture is, what to do for broken bones or sprains, and how to help with shock.
www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1569

First Aid - Burns - Tips for helping when someone is burned by fire or chemicals. Also tells about electrical burns and sunburn.
www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1796

First Aid - Poisons - Tells what they are, different way poisons get into the body, and how to help.
www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1743

First Aid Preparedness Exam - A series of questions used to assess the knowledge of boy scouts. Covers many accidents and injuries associated with hiking, climbing, and camping.
www.geocities.com/havliceks/1st_Aid008.html

First Aid Tips - Lists common injuries and emergencies, and what to do about them. Includes the ambulance number for the United States.
www.alfambulance.net/FIRSTAID.HTM

Going With the Flow of Nosebleeds - Most kids have had at least one of these, so find out what to do when it happens.
kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/nosebleeds.html

Kid's First Aid - Basic first aid skills, poison prevention tips, and care guide to help kids who are injured.
www.geocities.com/Athens/Academy/3483/kidsfirstaid.html

KidsHealth: How to Use 911 - Learn why 911 was created, when to call, and what else you need to do.
kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/911.html

Mayo Clinic: First-Aid Guide - A comprehensive list of topics covering minor and major injuries and accidents. Each section can be printed.
www.mayoclinic.com/health/FirstAidIndex/FirstAidIndex

Poisons - Simple advice for emergencies, as well as fact sheets, and information about prevention.
www.rch.org.au/poisons/firstaid.cfm?doc_id=3636

When It's Just You in an Emergency - When there's an accident or someone collapses, the best thing might be just to call for help. Find out what to do and who to call.
kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/emergency.html