Review

Evidence-Based Recommendations for Some Non-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation First Aid Applications

Volume: 17 Number: 2 July 15, 2022
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Evidence-Based Recommendations for Some Non-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation First Aid Applications

Abstract

Abstract Thousands of people die or become disabled every year due to illness, disaster, traffic accidents, work and home accidents. According to the researches, 50% of the deaths occur within the first half an hour. In order to prevent the increase in these deaths, first aid knowledge is required. Therefore, evidence-based practices should be included in whole process, from the basic principles and practices of first aid to hospital care of the patient/injured. In the guide published by American Heart Association (AHA) and Red Cross in 2020, the stroke recognizes and cures, the management of hypoglycaemia, anti-coagulant treatment for non-traumatic chest pain, life-threatening bleeding, the use of compressions to be applied in trauma, hyperthermia or heatstroke treatments are emphasized. Including evidence-based practices in first aid possibly reduce mortality and morbidity rates with conscious, quality first aid as soon as possible. Therefore, in order to reduce the risk of harm, to mobilize the society within the scope of disaster preparedness, to contribute to the development of health awareness, to ensure that people are competent in saving their lives and standardizing first aid practices. The recommendations of the guides should be taken into consideration in this process.

Keywords

Evidence-based recommendations , First aid , Medical emergencies , Trauma emergencies

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