FAST stands for Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911. Recognizing these signs early can save lives.

Cleaning the wound with water and covering it with a sterile dressing prevents infection and promotes healing.

If a person is unresponsive and has no pulse, CPR should be started immediately to maintain circulation and oxygenation.

A concussion can have delayed symptoms, so the person should be monitored closely and should avoid activities that worsen their condition.

Laying the person flat and elevating their legs improves circulation and helps restore normal blood flow to the brain.

A person with low blood sugar should be given a fast-acting sugar source like fruit juice or glucose tablets to restore normal levels.

Keeping the head and neck still is crucial to prevent further spinal damage.

The first priority in treating a deep open wound is to apply direct pressure to control bleeding before cleaning and dressing the wound.

Lying the person flat with legs elevated improves circulation and blood flow to vital organs.

Frostbite should be treated by gradually warming the affected area using warm water (not hot) and seeking medical help.

Tilting the head back can cause blood to flow into the throat and airway. Instead, the person should lean forward and pinch their nostrils.

Cold water is effective, but ice-cold water or direct ice application can cause further damage to the tissue.

If an allergic reaction affects breathing, administer an EpiPen if available and call 911 immediately.

If a nosebleed lasts longer than 10 minutes, seek medical attention as it could indicate a more serious problem.

You should call Poison Control immediately for instructions instead of trying to induce vomiting, which can make the situation worse.

Installing carbon monoxide detectors in homes and ensuring proper ventilation helps prevent CO poisoning.

An AED is used when a person is unresponsive and has no pulse. It delivers a shock only if needed.

Never place anything in a person's mouth during a seizure. Instead, clear the area around them and let the seizure pass.

You should always handle a knocked-out tooth by the crown, NOT the root, to protect its delicate tissues for reattachment.

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) can cause confusion, dizziness, sweating, and shakiness. Immediate treatment is needed.

Common symptoms of poisoning include nausea, vomiting, confusion, and difficulty breathing.

Swelling, deformity, severe pain, and inability to move the injured area are signs of a fracture.

Flushing the eye with water for at least 15 minutes helps remove the chemical and prevent further damage.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is life-threatening, and the first step is to move the victim to fresh air immediately.

If someone is choking and unable to breathe, the first step is to ask if they need help. If they cannot respond, perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver).

Do NOT push the bone back in. Instead, cover the area with a sterile dressing and immobilize the limb while waiting for emergency help.

A person with a spinal injury should not be moved unless absolutely necessary. Keep them still and stabilize their head and neck.

A hypothermic person should be rewarmed gradually using dry blankets and warm fluids. Rapid warming can cause shock.

Applying firm, direct pressure is the most effective way to stop bleeding from a deep laceration.

Never hold down a person having a seizure. Instead, clear the area and protect their head while allowing the seizure to pass.

Running cool (not ice-cold) water over a minor burn for several minutes helps reduce heat and prevent further tissue damage.

Applying ice directly to a burn can cause further tissue damage. Instead, use cool (not ice-cold) running water.

The recommended compression rate is 100-120 compressions per minute.

Pinching the nostrils and leaning forward helps stop bleeding while preventing blood from flowing into the throat.

Carbon monoxide poisoning prevents oxygen from binding to red blood cells, leading to suffocation and organ failure.

A splint prevents movement of a broken or injured limb to avoid further damage.

For adult CPR, hands should be placed in the center of the chest, on the lower half of the sternum.

Frostbitten areas should be warmed slowly using warm water (not hot) to avoid further damage.

Human bites can be more dangerous than animal bites because they often introduce harmful bacteria, leading to infection.

Third-degree burns destroy nerve endings, which may result in no pain. However, they are the most severe and require medical treatment.

Asthma inhalers should be used when symptoms appear, not only when a person is unconscious. Delaying treatment can be dangerous.

CPR should begin immediately for a drowning victim who is unresponsive and not breathing to restore oxygen circulation.

The first step is to get the victim to fresh air immediately. Carbon monoxide is dangerous because it is colorless and odorless.

A person in cardiac arrest will be unresponsive, have no pulse, and will not be breathing normally.

Tilting the head back can cause blood to go down the throat. Instead, the person should lean forward and pinch their nostrils.

Compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep to effectively circulate blood.

CPR is only performed if a person is unresponsive AND not breathing. If they are breathing, monitor them until help arrives.

For mild allergic reactions, an antihistamine like diphenhydramine (Benadryl) can help reduce symptoms.

During a seizure, keep the person safe by clearing the area and placing them on their side to prevent choking. Do NOT hold them down.

To check if someone is breathing, look for chest movement, listen for breath sounds, and feel for air movement on your cheek.