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How to avoid and first aid the electric shock
We are prone to electric shock when exposed to obsolete electrical equipment or electrical equipment that causes electrical leakage.
Or unfortunately due to careless touches on the power supply. So how should we deal with someone who has an electric shock and needs help?
Let's learn how to prevent and rescue people who are electrocuted.
How to avoid and first aid the electric shock.
Expression of electric shock.
- With lightness, people with electric shock will feel numb in the area directly contact with the source.
- On the heavier side, when the electric shock of the body muscles are convulsed to force people to shoot away.
This is extremely dangerous for people who are working high up, which can cause them to fall down and be seriously injured.
- It is very dangerous if you have an electric shock, the current that runs in the body can cause burns to the exposed area, which can cause unconsciousness.
Stop breathing and heart beat to death. Therefore, we need to master how to deal with this situation.
First aid for electric shock
- An electric shock has its own characteristics, unlike any other accident in that if the first person is not careful and calm, it is easy to become the next victim.
Therefore, when someone is electrocuted, you need to be very alert to disconnect the power supply by closing the circuit breaker.
- Then, quickly remove the victim from the carrying object: the cord ... by using rubber gloves, on a wooden board, using a wooden stick to remove the cord from the victim's body.
- In cases where the victim is still awake: it is necessary to monitor the rhythm of the victim as it is possible that the victim may still be shocked and dislocated by the accident.
- In the case of unconscious victims, the following steps should be taken:
- Step 1: put the victim lying on his side, folded the victim's hands placed under his face. This will help the phlegm in the mouth of the victims themselves, help victims to return to normal breathing.
- Step 2: Quit smoking: This method is performed mouth-to-mouth with victims who do not suffer from mouth injury.
And for the wounded victims in the mouth we will use the mouth - nose.
Operation as follows: Place the victim on his back, his chin slightly up. Pinch the victim's nose and put your mouth against the victim's mouth
Blow a good breath for 1 second and see if the chest is raised. If not, second blow.
If the chest does not lift up, push the chin upward and the second time.
- Heart massage is compressing the victim's chest compressed 3-4 cm with the frequency of 60-80 times / minute.
- These two methods will help the victim's airway is cleared, help victims can breathe back.
- Immediately after first aid, take the victim to the nearest medical facility for the doctor to monitor the health condition.
Notes on first aid for electric shock.
- Absolutely do not let the victim fall and cause more serious injury.
- Do not touch the victim when the power is off, do not use your hands to pull the victim away from the power source as you may be electrocuted.
- Keep your mind calm, avoid panic to ensure first aid safety for victims.
How to avoid electric shock.
- Do not use bamboo, scallops or small rods to make the pole.
- Use good quality electrical wire, suitable for electric power.
- Only repair power when the circuit breaker.
- Arrange the overhead power over the reach of the child to ensure that the child is not reachable.
Make regular checks on electrical equipment, especially equipment used for a long time in your home.
At the same time, equip yourself with the necessary first aid knowledge to avoid the unfortunate accident can occur.
Above is the information on how to prevent and first aid people electrocuted. Wish you all the best.
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