Standard first aid courses teach you how you can quickly identify a life-threatening emergency so you can manage it until professional medical care arrives.
What if your situation is different from what you learned in your basic first aid course? What if you have to manage a serious injury on your own for hours or days before professional medical care arrives?
Cuts
Depending on the injury, some cuts can be treated at home with basic first aid measures. For larger, more severe cuts that aren't stopping bleeding or that continue to bleed, medical attention is required.
To prevent infection, you should thoroughly clean the wound and disinfect it. The cut should also be covered with a clean dressing and changed often.
A small amount of antiseptic may be applied to the cut or graze. Pine sap is a good choice for this purpose.
A cloth or gauze can be used to stop bleeding. Place another cloth over the bleeding area and continue to apply pressure until it stops.
Scrapes
Everybody is likely to be exposed to cut, scrape, or puncture wounds. They are often a part of life in the wilderness, but knowing how to treat them correctly can help prevent infection and keep you healthy.
In most cases, small cuts or scrapes stop bleeding quickly and easily with a few quick actions. For example, you can use a clean cloth or gauze pad to press firmly against the wound to stop the blood from flowing.
You can also use some rubbing alcohol to treat a cut. This will help to remove dirt and other particles from the wound.
The rubbing alcohol will also help clean the skin and kill bacteria that could cause infection. You can then cover the wound by using a gauze pad, tape, or sterile wrap. As it helps prevent infection, it is crucial to keep the wound clean and change the bandage or dressing on a regular basis.
Burns
First aid will be required for anyone who is injured by direct contact with a flame, liquid, hot object or flame. First aid is a process that stops the burning process, relieves the burn, and covers the area with bandage.
You should not use ice to cool it as this could cause more damage to the skin and tissue. It can also lead to shock (a sudden drop on your body temperature).
Remove all jewelry, belts, tight clothing and belts from the burned area. To reduce burning, you can give pain medication if necessary.
If the burn is large and covers a large part of the body or involves the eyes, call 111 for an ambulance. If it's a minor second degree burn, you may be able to treat it yourself at home following the steps below.
Broken Bones
Bones are living tissue and can become bruised in many ways. They can also break if they are hit with enough force.
Most fractures are treated with a cast or splint to keep the injured bone from moving while it heals. This helps the bone heal naturally and reduces bleeding and pain.
Broken bones may require surgery to reduce or heal the injury. The location of the injury and the severity of your medical history will all play a role in the treatment.
It is important to get professional help immediately if you suspect that you have suffered a serious injury. If you are unable to get to A&E, call Triple Zero (000) or 999.
FAQ
What are the basic skills that you need to know or practice in survivalist camping?
The first thing you should do when you go on an adventure trip is to prepare yourself for any eventuality. Learn how to survive in extreme environments.
Also, you must be prepared for any kind of weather, including hot sun or cold wind. These precautions can lead to death if you do not take them.
How do you choose the best knife to suit your needs?
It is not easy to choose the right knife for you. There are so numerous brands out there that claim they are the best.
But which one is truly the best? How can you choose between them?
You must first consider the tasks that you intend to do with your knife.
Do you intend to cut wood, skin animals, chop vegetables, or slice bread?
Is the knife meant for hunting or fishing? Are you going to use it for camping cooking?
Will you be using it to open cans or bottles? Do you plan to open boxes or packages?
Does your knife need to be strong enough to withstand heavy loads?
What about cleaning it after every use? Are you planning to wash it often?
Does it have to maintain its edge well over the course of time?
What is the main difference between a knife with a fixed blade and a knife that folds?
Folding knives can be folded compactly so they fit in a backpack or pocket. When not being used, the blade collapses.
Fixed-blade knives are meant to stay fixed in normal use. These knives have longer blades that folding knives.
Fixed-blade knives have a greater durability, but are also more portable.
How long does it take before you find help?
This depends on several factors:
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Where you are
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Which type of terrain are you in?
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No matter whether you have cell reception
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It doesn't matter if someone has seen you.
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It doesn't matter if your are hurt
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It doesn't matter if you're dehydrated
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It doesn't matter if water has been ingested.
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Whether you have eaten recently
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Wearing appropriate clothing is important
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No matter if you're carrying a compass or a map,
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Are you familiar with the area?
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How much time has passed since you became lost
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How long did it take you to search for help?
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How long does it take for people notice that you're missing?
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It is amazing how quickly they search for you
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How many rescuers can you attract?
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How many rescues have you received?
Why are knot-tying skills so vital for survival?
Knots are used by people all over the world to tie together items such as ropes, fishing lines, ladders, etc. They can also be used to tie bags shut, secure objects to trees, or create shelters. When you are required to tie yourself to a tree, rope, or secure your shelter, the ability to make knots can be a lifesaver.
What is the best survival tip you have?
To survive, it is important to remain calm. Panic will make you fail and you will die.
Statistics
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How To
How to Find Edible Plants and Animals During Emergencies
For emergency situations, edible animals and plants are vital food sources. Because they provide energy and nutrients that are not available in normal food, you should include them in your emergency kit. You may also use them to make medicines and cosmetics.
You need to be able to identify the location and type of plants you are looking for. This knowledge will allow you to identify them quickly. But, it can be difficult to find out everything you need about each species of animal and plant. Fortunately, there are general rules that can be applied to most animals and plants.
You can assume that a plant or animal likes moist soil if it's found near water. Shiny leaves indicate that the plant was recently watered. If you see ants near a plant, this means the plant is providing nectar for bees. These simple observations could save you precious time in finding useful animals or plants for emergencies.
To learn more about edible plant and animal species, you can consult books written by botany or zoology specialists. Talk to rural people and watch documentaries. The steps below will help you learn about animals, plants, and other topics.
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Look for animals and plants that grow near water.
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Observe the growth habits of plants and animals.
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Learn about the natural habitats of plants and animals. For example, you can look for places with a particular soil type, climate, or vegetation.
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Identify which parts of plants or animals you can eat.
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Learn how to cook and prepare animals and plants.
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To get a taste for wild animals and plants, practice it.
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Take care when collecting wild animals and plants. Do not pick from endangered species.
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Wild animals and plants must be stored properly. Keep them dry and cool and away from direct sunlight.
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After handling wild animals and plants, be sure to wash your hands.
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Before you eat fruits and vegetables, wash them.
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If you aren't sure, don't eat raw meat or fish.