First Aid

Ambu bag: medical equipment, is actively used for artificial ventilation of the lungs. This device is equipped with all operating and intensive care units, as well as ambulances

About spinal immobilitation: the spine board has long been the subject of sometimes heated dialogues, and these have led to greater awareness of the medical device, but also of its correct use. A similar discussion applies to cervical…

When you have a wound, you should always cover it with a dressing as this can help to prevent infection. Find out what to do

The secondary survey is a methodical check to assess a responsive casualty for any other injuries or illnesses

Use the primary survey to quickly assess the situation and the casualty. Find out what to do

What are fractures? A break or crack in a bone is called a fracture. In the case of an open fracture, the broken bone may pierce the skin surface

Pericarditis is an inflammatory disease (acute or subacute) that affects the pericardium, accompanied by altered inflammatory indices (ESR, CRP), often gives intense pain, which increases in certain positions or by deep inhalations,…

Knee pain or injury is a common complaint: there are several factors that can increase the risk of knee problems, such as obesity (excess weight), lack of flexibility and previous injuries

Blast injuries are caused by explosions which release blast waves, blast winds, ground shock, and heat. Other mechanisms of injury are generated from blasts, including penetrating injuries from shrapnel, radiation, and biological exposure

At an Endurance Triathlon Event, First Ambulance Services resuscitates triathlete during inaugural edition