First Aid

Absorbed Poisons

Anaphylaxis

Asthma Attack

Bites And Stings From Marine Creatures

Corrosive, Petrol-Based Substances

Cuts, Scratches, Abrasions and Wounds

Head and Facial Injuries

Insect Bites And Stings

Medicinal or General Substances

Nosebleed

Open (Sucking) Chest Wounds

Sprains and Dislocations

Bruises

Bruising can be a result of heavy falls or blows.

Signs and symptoms

purplish red discoloration beneath the skin
swelling, pain and tenderness

First aid treatment

Check for other injuries, particularly FRACTURES or SPRAINS AND DISLOCATIONS.
Rest the casualty, support the injured part and apply a compression bandage. A badly bruised arm should be supported with a sling. If the legs or body is bruised, pillows provide the best support.
Apply a cold compress.

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