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1. First aid - Mayo Clinic

   First aid information from Mayo Clinic for use during a medical emergency.

2. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid - Mayo Clinic

   Then give two rescue breaths. Continue this pattern of chest compressions and rescue breaths until medical help arrives. Trained but out of practice. If you've ...

3. Heart attack: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   A heart attack is a medical emergency. First aid for a heart attack includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).. It can help save a person's life.

4. First-aid kits: Stock supplies that can save lives - Mayo Clinic

   Adhesive tape. Elastic wrap bandages. Bandage strips and "butterfly" bandages in assorted sizes. Super glue. Rubber tourniquet. 14 French catheter. Nonstick ...

5. Severe bleeding: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   Don't move the injured person except if needed to avoid further injury. Treatment. For severe bleeding, take these first-aid steps. Before checking for the ...

6. Head trauma: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   Severe head or facial bleeding. Bleeding or fluid leakage from the nose or ears. Vomiting. Severe headache. Change in consciousness for more than a few seconds.

7. Spinal injury: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   If you suspect a back or neck (spinal) injury, do not move the affected person. Permanent paralysis and other serious complications can result.

8. Shock: First aid - Mayo Clinic

   Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss or an allergic reaction. It also may result from severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes.

9. 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 ...

10. Choking: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Give five abdominal thrusts. If back blows don't remove the stuck object, give five abdominal thrusts, also known as the Heimlich maneuver. Alternate between ...