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  1. Hypothermia: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Hypothermia: First aid · Shivering, though this may stop as body temperature drops · Slurred speech or mumbling · Slow, shallow breathing · Weak pulse · Clumsiness ...

  2. 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 ...

  3. Severe bleeding: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    For severe bleeding, take these first-aid steps. Call 911 or your local emergency number if the wound is deep or you're not sure how serious it is. Don't move ...

  4. Sprain: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    A sprain is an injury to a ligament caused by stretching the ligament too far or tearing it. A ligament can tear partway or all the way. Ligaments are tough, ...

  5. Foreign object inhaled: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    If an inhaled foreign object causes choking, you'll need to perform first aid. If a choking person can cough forcefully, let the person keep coughing ...

  6. Dislocation: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    The injury will deform the joint and make it hard to move. Dislocation might cause sudden and severe pain and swelling. A dislocation needs prompt medical ...

  7. Spinal injury: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Provide as much first aid as possible without moving the person's head or neck. If the person shows no signs of circulation (breathing, coughing or movement), ...

  8. Fainting: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Therefore, treat loss of consciousness as a medical emergency until the symptoms are relieved and the cause is known. Talk to your health care provider if you ...

  9. Motion sickness: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Any type of transportation can bring on the nausea and dizziness of motion sickness. Here are ways to keep it at bay.

  10. Bruise: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Consider taking a nonprescription pain reliever if needed. Consult your health care provider if you: Have very painful swelling in the bruised area; Suspect a ...