First Aid

Bites & Stings
Fact sheets cover insects, snakes and spiders in Australia, illustrations to help show the correct first aid to use in each case.
http://www.rch.org.au/poisons/stings.cfm?doc_id=3639

CPR: A Real Lifesaver
Knowing what to do when someone stops breathing can save their life. This article explains what CPR is, and where it is taught.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/cpr.html

First Aid
Describes the basic steps for dealing with emergencies and accidents, using diagrams and simple lists.
http://first_aid_4all.tripod.com/

First Aid
ThinkQuest project explains what to do for wounds, broken bones, poisoning, and burns. Contains simple instructions and clear diagrams.
http://library.thinkquest.org/10624/1staid.html

First Aid - Basic - What To Do
Explains what it is and five things to remember when a friend needs help.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1567

First Aid - Bleeding
Tells how to help someone who is bleeding. Explains what to do for heavy bleeding, light bleeding, objects in a wound, and nosebleeds.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1565

First Aid - Broken Bones
Tells what a fracture is, what to do for broken bones or sprains, and how to help with shock.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1569

First Aid - Burns
Tips for helping when someone is burned by fire or chemicals. Also tells about electrical burns and sunburn.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1796

First Aid - Poisons
Tells what they are, different way poisons get into the body, and how to help.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetailsKids.aspx?p=335&np=285&id=1743

First Aid Preparedness Exam
A series of questions used to assess the knowledge of boy scouts. Covers many accidents and injuries associated with hiking, climbing, and camping.
http://www.geocities.com/havliceks/1st_Aid008.html

First Aid Tips
Lists common injuries and emergencies, and what to do about them. Includes the ambulance number for the United States.
http://www.alfambulance.net/FIRSTAID.HTM

Going With the Flow of Nosebleeds
Most kids have had at least one of these, so find out what to do when it happens.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/nosebleeds.html

Kid's First Aid
Basic first aid skills, poison prevention tips, and care guide to help kids who are injured.
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Academy/3483/kidsfirstaid.html

KidsHealth: How to Use 911
Learn why 911 was created, when to call, and what else you need to do.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/911.html

Mayo Clinic: First-Aid Guide
A comprehensive list of topics covering minor and major injuries and accidents. Each section can be printed.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/FirstAidIndex/FirstAidIndex

Poisons
Simple advice for emergencies, as well as fact sheets, and information about prevention.
http://www.rch.org.au/poisons/firstaid.cfm?doc_id=3636

When It's Just You in an Emergency
When there's an accident or someone collapses, the best thing might be just to call for help. Find out what to do and who to call.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/er/emergency.html