First Aid - MP3 Downloads
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Burns - Explains the immediate treatment for burns and scalds.
Fits - How to deal with fits (convulsions/seizures) in adults and young children.
Wounds - Immediate actions for wounds, bleeding, and bleeding associated with fractures.
Unconscious patient who is breathing - How to deal with an unrousable patient who IS breathing (includes recovery position).
CPR for adults - Adults who have collapsed, are unrousable and are NOT breathing.
CPR for babies - Babies who are unrousable and NOT breathing.
Collapsed patient in detail - Explains the complete scenario, including checks for breathing, circulation, etc.
These files have been prepared by Sussex Ambulance Service and comply with European Resuscitation Council Guidelines.
Other Links
British Red Cross - First Aid Tips
Simple, straightforward and easy-to-understand first aid tips.
BBC Health - First Aid
This site has information about how to react to common injuries and emergencies.
St Johns Ambulance
St John Ambulance believes that everyone should learn at least the basic first aid techniques.
Home First Aid Kit
All you need to know about preparing and storing your own first aid kit.
These links come from trusted resources, but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters, please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.