How to save a life this Christma
Doc highlights festive perils and when NOT to go to A&E
Rest, take lots of hot fluids and dose up on paracetamol when you see the first signs of flu.
Paracetamol eases aches and pains and can help bring your temperature down.
If you are taking cold and flu tablets containing paracetamol take care that the combined intake does not exceed the recommended daily amount.
Symptoms can be more acute in the elderly so check with the pharmacist or dial 111 if you have any particular concerns.
Rest, paracetamol and fluids fight flu In the rush to get festive fare out of the oven people can touch the side, forget to use the oven gloves – or be splashed by hot oil and fat.
To treat a burn, hold it under cool water for at least 10 minutes. Remove clothing or jewellery around the burn, unless it is stuck to the wound, and cover lengthways with cling film. Keep an eye on the patient as you call 111 and follow their advice. If someone in your family has twisted their ankle they don’t need to go to A&E if they can put weight on it.
You should just keep an eye on it and get help at a later date if it’s not settling down. Initially, you just need to remember the RICE mantra. R – Rest injured part. I – Apply frozen peas or an ice pack wrapped in a tea towel. C – Provide comfortable support and check their circulation every 10 minutes. E – Elevate the injured part and advise the patient to rest.
More first aid information is available at the St John Ambulance website – sja.org Anything s the airway breathing.
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