Emergency First Aid Guide

I live in Australia. I am looking to download any free handbooks or guides available for First Aid. With kids I feel the need for safety at home and the need to be aware of emergency responses if required. I have searched in the Health Department Websites, but I could not locate one. Any help will be much appreciated

These sites may have at least part of what you want, and they are legal sites.

http://www.download3000.com/download_150 42.html
http://www.firstaidtopics.com/downloads/ First-Aid-and-CPR-Manual.pdf

2011-10-17 15:27:00 by arul

First Aid - medical referral Online Guide to Emergency Medical Care & Treatment : Controlling Bleeding: First Aid Care & Emergency Medical ...

Me and my German Shepherd mix are going to take an overnight hiking trip. He and I have hiked before, but it's little 3 hour trips over the mountain in town, and I've made the hike we are taking tomorrow before, even when I was little so I trust the spot we are hiking for both of our skill levels. I have the basics packed: water, first aid kit, emergency supplies, etc. I also have basics packed for him: extra leash, treats, a hitch leash for tie out, a pocket dog first aid guide, poop bags, food and portable bowl. At least two of my bottles are wide mouthed with big lids that can turn into water bowls for the dog, I have a calorie-high energy paste for him, and heavy duty dog boots. His collar, harness, and backpack are all tagged with his name. My brother is coming along too, so there will be an extra back pack for supplies. (He is a sight to see. Everyone on our normal hike has heard of him, and some have even asked to take pictures because people will never believe them.) He is conditioned to wear his pack, and I packed it fairly light (not over 5 lbs, on a 70 lb dog) and there is space in my bag for his if it is too much.

But, this is a longer trip and much farther from home (and we are staying the night, hopefully at the camp site below so that we can get an early start. This is kind of a test trip for much longer, nicer hikes later on. Everything I have packed, most times, seems overkill, but I was always taught that is was better to have it and not need it to need it and not have it.

So, dog hikers/campers, what have you added to your packs that you have found invaluable? Any funny stories, or advice to give about our extended trip to give me warning of what to expect?

Here are some things that I think are a must if you're going on a trip like that with your dog.

A tube of EMT Gel http://emtgel.com/whatitis/index.php
I've known people who have had dogs get caught on wire, or something else sharp who have cut themselves so badly, that they would have bled to death before the owners could have gotten them to a vet. It stops bleeding like a dream, and is great for treating wounds as they heal.

A old tie, or a soft muzzle. If your dog gets hurt, they could go into shock, and bite, or could just bite because they don't want you to touch them where it hurts. Even the sweetest dogs can do this, I had one of mine nail my hand when I was trying to get their paw uncaught from a fence.
If you go with an old tie, here's how to tie a muzzle: http://books.google.com/books?id=W9QZ6AE jXVUC&pg=RA1-PA5&lpg=RA1-PA5& ;dq=tying+a+muzzle+with+an+old+tie+on+a+ do+guide&source=bl&ots=4smjUTuKI D&sig=T9pM-6Mjqc6KaYX7xEGbyH3nIyw&am p;hl=en&ei=hOyKSuS-IpKQsgO1t-XDDQ&am p;sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result& amp;resnum=1#v=onepage&q=&f=fals e


And then, I'm sure your first aid kit has the usual gauze, and such, though an old dish towel wouldn't hurt to bring in case you need something more absorbent.

I'd also recommend, if you have any experience with one, a skin stapler if you need to patch your dog up that much, but if you haven't used/seen one used many times before, it would be a bad idea, but otherwise they're nice to hold skin together until you get to a vet.


And yes, I am quite the pessimist. At least I'm prepared for the worst. XD

2009-08-18 10:53:37 by Amanda R

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I mean beyond the obvious like bandaging superficial wounds, which anyone with half a braincell should be able to work out how to do.

I realised I know nothing beyond that. Is there a mouth-to-mouth type thing for dog and if so, how would you do it? I mean, what DO you do if your dog stops breathing?

Are there crash courses out there for people who want to learn dog first aid or is it a case of learning the theory and hoping you can put it into practice should any situation arise?

I know this may sound daft but I'm slightly worried now. I always thought of myself as a responsible dog owner but if my dog just stopped breathing, I wouldn't know what the eff to do.

(In reality I'd call an emergency vet and get them to guide me through everything like they do when you call the emergency services.. but you get my drift, right?)

I do. There is a Red Cross course you can take. Canine first aid. I am certified. I wouldn't consider myself a professional trainer or behaviorist without that certification. Contact your local Red Cross to be certified. Every pet owner should do it.

You learn what to do if your dog goes into shock, stops breathing, chokes, is poisoned, is bleeding to death... pretty much everything. Look into it.

http://www.redcrossstore.org/Shopper/Pro duct.aspx?UniqueItemId=95

2009-12-05 20:38:14 by Sir Hoochalot

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I take all the Emergency guide sections out of Parents Magazine and have them on a clip board next to my first aid kit. I am starting to collect a lot of guides and I want to be able to run to it and know just were to look when I need information. here are the headings for each page. Can you help me put them into categories that will be easier to locate when needed.

Sports Safety

Head Injuries

Emergency Room Prep

CPR for Children

Electric Shock

The Great Outdoors

Preparing for a Disaster

Strangulation and Suffocation

Eye Emergencies

Medicine Handbook for Moms

First Aid for Burns and Scalds

Cold Weather Safety

Holiday Safety

Maybe 2 or 3 different sections to file them under.
Thanks for you help!

I'd do the following thing:

3 color tag category

GREEN for most common and non-critical issues: insect bite, minor burns and cuts

YELLOW for serious injury but not life threatenning - things you can call for help oe even can wait until you get to minor emergency center and let the professionals handle

RED - life threatening or condition that needs immediate attention lest it becomes worst or will have permanent effect.

For RED one, take the articles and reduce them to simple instructions ( short actionable phrases) that any family member can understand so that they can act upon them when required.

Last - relax.

2007-05-25 11:14:14 by kirstenw83

I am doing a Power Point presentation on childbirth and gynecologic emergencies for my first aid class. I was wondering if anyone out there that has given birth to, or helped to deliver a child outside of a hospital setting and has any advice, memories, or tips about the experience. Anyone with emergency childbirth training info would be greatly appreciated. I myself was born in a house, so I have a little knowledge about immenint deliveries outside of clinics and hospitals. I am going to do a step-by-step guide on how to assist with delivery for this assignment.

A friend of mine wanted to give birth in her bathtub. The mid-wife did not like that idea so she gave birth on her and her hubby's bed. I have witnessed 3 live births (not including my own) and I felt a bit more stressed out being a spectator/helper, not in a hospital facility. My friend was not at all concerned about it. She had a pleasant experience with it and she included her own key people there to witness the miracle. It was definitely different. Good Luck with your PowerPoint presentation.

2006-08-27 19:14:52 by ShanniC