Girl Scouts: Learning First Aid Skills

Girl Scouts: Learning First Aid Skills

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First Responders

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1. CHECK

2. CALL

3. CARE

REMEMBER:

Never put yourself in danger

when you're trying to help someone else.

Injured or sick people often get help from many people. First, someone might provide first aid at the scene (like YOU!). Then, first responders arrive to provide care. After that, the injured are often taken to a hospital emergency room where doctors and nurses provide more care.

What are the 3 Steps in Helping Someone who is Sick or Hurt?

YOU

First Responders

Doctors & Nurses

How can I help?

Make a Portable

First Aid Kit

Find Out How to Handle Urgent First Aid Issues

You are part of the chain of survival!!

It can be scary if someone is sick or hurt, especially during an emergency. But, when you've learned basic first aid skills and have practiced what to do, it's easier to stay calm and help someone who may be ill or injured.

Asthma Attacks

Allergic Reactions

The 3 Cs

Learn Steps to Take in an Emergency

Portable first aid kits help you be prepared to treat a minor injury no matter where you are. Make a small kit that you can use away from home.

Step 3: CARE

Step 1: CHECK

Once you've called for help, you can offer to help the injured person by giving basic first aid care.

Before rushing to help someone, make sure the area is safe. That means there's no heavy traffic, no fire, no power lines down, or other dangerous situations nearby.

Step 2: CALL

If the area is safe, check the injured person

to see what's wrong. Then call 911 or ask an adult for help.

Choking

Animal Bites

Becoming a leader is full of adventures, and it's always best to be prepared for anything that could happen along the way. Your first aid skills will help you live the Girl Scout motto as you Take Action to make the world a better place.