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  1. Fractures (broken bones): First aid - Mayo Clinic

    A fracture is a broken bone. It needs medical care. If the broken bone is the result of major trauma or injury, call 911 or your local emergency number. When to ...

  2. Blisters: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Blisters are usually minor injuries that you can treat yourself. Treatment. If a blister isn't too painful, try to keep it from breaking open. Unbroken skin ...

  3. Human bites: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Whether they're accidental or on purpose, human bites can be as dangerous as or even more dangerous than animal bites because of the types of bacteria and ...

  4. Poisoning: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    And others — such as cleaners — are dangerous only if ingested. Children are particularly sensitive to even small amounts of certain drugs and chemicals.

  5. Foreign object in the ear: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Children may have ear pain and be cranky or cry. When to seek emergency help. If there is bleeding, severe pain, drainage or signs of infection, seek help right ...

  6. Gastroenteritis: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can cause watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Gastroenteritis is often called the ...

  7. Bruise: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Consider taking a nonprescription pain reliever if needed. Consult a healthcare professional if you: Have very painful swelling in the bruised area. Suspect a ...

  8. Chemical burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    For major chemical burns, apply first aid as follows until emergency help arrives. For minor burns, take the same steps. A minor burn might need emergency care ...

  9. Insect bites and stings: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Stings from bees, yellow jackets, wasps, hornets and fire ants might cause a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).

  10. Heatstroke: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Hot, dry skin or heavy sweating. Nausea and vomiting. Flushed skin. Rapid pulse. Rapid breathing. Headache. Fainting. Seizure. Coma.