Source of the summary

Lec 1.pdf

1. Objectives

By the end of the lecture, students should be able to:

• Define First Aid.
• Mention principles of first aid.
• Identify major first aid techniques.
• Discuss steps of first aid.
• State priorities of first aid.

2. Introduction

• Primary Focus: Minimize the effects of accidents or illness through skills and knowledge.
• Role of a First Aider: Remain calm, make quick decisions, and act effectively in stressful situations.

3. Definitions

• First Aid: Emergency care for the sick/injured before professional medical help arrives.
• First Aider: Licensed individual (e.g., nurse, teacher, parent) trained to provide first aid.

4. Responsibilities of a First Aider

• Preserve life.