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  1. First aid - Mayo Clinic

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

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

    A well-stocked first-aid kit can help you respond effectively to common injuries and emergencies. Keep at least one first-aid kit in your home and one in ...

  3. 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.

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

    Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid · Overview · Advertisement · When to seek emergency help · Treatment · Remember to spell C-A-B · To perform CPR on a ...

  5. Stroke: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Stroke: First aid ... A stroke occurs when there's bleeding in the brain or when blood flow to the brain is blocked. Within minutes of being deprived of essential ...

  6. 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.

  7. Head trauma: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Repeated vomiting. Treatment. Follow these first-aid steps while waiting for emergency medical help to arrive:.

  8. Foreign object inhaled: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    If an inhaled foreign object causes choking, you'll need to perform first aid. To prepare yourself for these situations, learn the Heimlich maneuver and CPR in ...

  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.

  10. Burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic

    Symptoms include cool, clammy skin, weak pulse and shallow breathing. Minor burns. For minor burns, follow these first-aid guidelines: Cool the burn. Hold the ...