First Aid is the initial medical care delivered to a person in emergency need before the arrival of more qualified rescuers and healthcare professionals. Anytime you provide first aid you should remember to protect yourself FIRST, then care for the victim. Your personal safety is the #1 priority. When providing care do your best with the resources available. Call 911 anytime you are unsure what to do or believe that the situation may be life threatening. Do want you can to make the situation better until other rescuers arrive and take over.
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Matthew A. Carter is the Lead Developer and Editor of FirstAidReference.com. Matt is an Emergency Medical Technician and nationally recognized EMS Educator & CPR Instructor. He has extensive public safety experience and has trained and certified thousands of individuals in the topics of CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Medical Services working across the United States.
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