35
FIRST-AID MEASURES
What to do in case of gas inhalation
• Inhaling high gas concentrations can lead to suffocation. Possible symptoms include loss of mobility
and unconsciousness. The victim does not realise that he or she is suffocating. If inhaled in low con-
centrations, the gas can cause dizziness, headaches, nausea, and problems with coordination.
• Move the victim to fresh air. Contact a doctor or rescue service. In case of respiratory arrest, initiate
artificial respiration.
What to do in case of severe burns or scalds
• There is an acute risk of hypothermia and shock. Call the emergency services immediately!
• Immediately douse burning clothes with water or smother the flames with a thick blanket.
• Burns: leave clothes on the body.
• In case of scalding: remove clothing immediately.
• Cool the affected area with cold water for at least 15 minutes until the pain subsides.
• Cover the affected area with a sterile Metalline towel. Apply the Metalline-coated side to the injured
skin and fix it loosely with a gauze bandage or a triangular cloth.
• Do not use "home remedies" such as ointments, powders, oils, disinfectants, etc.!
Measures for minor burns or scalds
• Burns: remove clothing only if it does not stick to the body.
• In case of scalding: remove clothing immediately.
• Cool the affected area with cold water for at least 15 minutes until the pain subsides.
• Let small burns or scalds that haven’t formed blisters heal in the air, do not cover with a patch or band-
age.
To Next Page
Loading...
