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How do I treat a 'Bee or Wasp Sting'?
Created by Simran Kaur (2 months ago)
Scrape the stinger out with a credit card (don't use tweezers, as they might squeeze more venom in). Wash with soap and apply an ice pack. Watch for signs of an allergic reaction (swelling of lips/thr...
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How do I treat a 'Minor Burn' at home?
Created by Ishaan Pandey (2 months ago)
Run cool (not ice-cold) tap water over the burn for 10-20 minutes. Do not use butter, toothpaste, or ice, as these can damage the tissue further. Cover loosely with a sterile bandage.
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How to recognize 'Dehydration' in the elderly?
Created by Elizabeth D'Costa (2 months ago)
Look for confusion, dark-colored urine, dry mouth, and 'skin tenting' (skin stays up when pinched). Dehydration in seniors can quickly lead to kidney issues or falls.
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What is the risk of 'Carbon Monoxide' poisoning at home?
Created by Aisha Khan (2 months ago)
CO is an odorless, colorless gas from faulty heaters or stoves. Symptoms include 'flu-like' headaches and dizziness. Ensure proper ventilation and install a CO detector if using gas heaters.
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What should I do if someone faints?
Created by Mohammed Qureshi (2 months ago)
Lay them flat on their back and elevate their legs about 12 inches. This helps blood flow back to the brain. Loosen tight clothing. If they don't wake up within a minute, call a doctor.
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Is it safe to use 'Hydrogen Peroxide' on a wound?
Created by Simran Kaur (2 months ago)
Modern medical advice suggests avoiding it for routine cleaning, as it can damage healthy skin cells and slow healing. Plain soap and water or a mild antiseptic are safer.
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How do I remove a 'Splinter' safely?
Created by Harpreet Singh (2 months ago)
Clean the area with soap. Use tweezers sterilized with alcohol to pull the splinter out at the same angle it entered. Wash the area again and apply an antibiotic cream.
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What is the 'Recovery Position'?
Created by Simran Kaur (2 months ago)
It is a side-lying position that keeps the airway open and prevents a person from choking on vomit if they are unconscious but breathing. _x000D_
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How to handle a 'Fracture' before reaching the hospital?
Created by Manpreet Kaur (2 months ago)
Do not try to straighten the bone. Immobilize the area using a splint (a piece of wood or folded cardboard) and tie it gently with cloth. Apply an ice pack to reduce swelling.
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What should be in a basic 'Home First Aid Kit'?
Created by Faizan Siddiqui (2 months ago)
Band-aids, sterile gauze, antiseptic liquid (Dettol/Savlon), medical tape, a thermometer, ORS packets, Paracetamol, an antibiotic ointment, and a pair of scissors.
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