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7 th Grade First Aid. Shock and Fainting Occurs when only small amount of blood circulates to the brain Have person lie on their back with feet raised.

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1 7 th Grade First Aid

2 Shock and Fainting Occurs when only small amount of blood circulates to the brain Have person lie on their back with feet raised. Make sure person is warm. Do not give person anything to eat or drink, they may choke. Call an ambulance.

3 Sprains & Strains Causes are falls, twisting of limb, sports injuries and over-exertion. Sprain – Overstretching or tearing a ligament, a tendon or muscle. Strain – Muscle or tendon is overstretched or overexerted.

4 R.I.C.E Rest – do not move or straighten the injured area. Immobilize – Stabilize the injured area in the position it was found. Cold – Fill a plastic bag or wrap ice with a damp cloth and apply ice to the injured area for periods of 20 minutes. Elevate – Do NOT elevate the injured part if it causes more pain.


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