For minor conditions, first aid care may be enough, , To act appropriately with first aid can mean the difference between life and death, , The person must give you permission to help them; do not touch them until they agree to be helped., , Check breathing by tilting their head backwards, , Push firmly downwards applying chest compressions, , Check breathing by tilting their head backwards, , Put pressure on the wound with whatever available to stop or slow down the flow of blood, , Cool the burn under cold running water for at least ten minutes, , Advise them to see a doctor if any large blisters form, , Check whether they have breathed in or swallowed a substance., , Sprains can be painful but they are usually minor and can be easily treated, , Elevate the injured limb above the heart to reduce swelling, , The key aim of first aid is to save lives and minimise the threat of death, , When choking,the paramedic should do abdominal thrusts, until the object comes out, , The Emergency Services will probably take the victim to hospital for a quick assessment, .

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