By Sarah Lyons
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arents can take every precaution possible to keep their kids safe but accidents happen. It is never too early to start teaching your kids basic first aid skills and what to do in an emergency. If your child gets injured, remain calm and talk them through the steps you are taking while applying ice, bandages, or treating a bug bite. The skills you teach them now will be used for a lifetime. Here are some basic first aid tips you can start teaching kids now.
BUMPS AND BRUISES ice pack and how to wrap it in a towel so the ice isn’t For a typical bruise, exdirectly on the skin. plain that when you bump CALL FOR HELP IF: Your into something it causes child has a head injury and bleeding under the skin. is acting strangely or if Apply an ice pack to the they are experiencing naubruise to prevent swelling and reduce pain. Show your sea, vomiting, confusion, or vision changes. child where you keep the
CUTS
If your child has a cut, teach them to use a clean cloth to put pressure on it to slow bleeding. When the bleeding has stopped, clean the wound and apply antibiotic ointment and a bandage. CALL FOR HELP IF: The cut is deep, will not stop
bleeding, has something stuck in it, or if you can see ligaments or bone.
SPRAINS AND BROKEN BONES
Any time there is a suspected broken bone, your kids should ask for help from an adult. Teach them not to touch the injured area and apply ice while waiting for help. CALL FOR HELP IF: The bone is bent or sticking out or if you cannot move or put weight on the injured area.
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