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What is it? When the body loses too much water or fluids. What causes it? Heat exposure Too much exercise Vomiting Diarrhea Decreased fluid intake Signs/Symptoms: Weakness Thirst or dry mouth Dizziness Confus...

What is it? Tissue damage from hot liquids, the sun, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam and other causes.  Plan of Action: Minor Burns Cool the burn. Hold the area under cool (not cold) running water for about 10 minutes. If the burn is on the face,...

What is it? Tissue damage from hot liquids, the sun, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam and other causes.  Plan of Action: Minor Burns Cool the burn. Hold the area under cool (not cold) running water for about 10 minutes. If the burn is on the face,...

What is it? A life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) can cause shock, a sudden drop in blood pressure and trouble breathing. In people who have an allergy, anaphylaxis can occur minutes after exposure to a specific allergy-causing substance (allerge...

What is it? Mild or severe blockage of the air passages for many different reasons. One possible cause for breathing problems is asthma, a disease of the air passages. One possible cause of breathing problems is asthma, a disease of the air passages. A perso...

Heart attacks and cardiac arrest are not the same thing. Heart Attack: Occurs when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked by a clot. The longer the person with a heart attack goes without treatment, the greater the damage to the heart mus...

What is it? A disease that affects the levels of sugar in the blood. Too much sugar or too little sugar causes problems. Some people with diabetes take medication, such as insulin, to maintain their sugar levels. Low blood sugar can occur if someone with dia...

What is it? Abnormal electrical activity in the brain. What causes it? Epilepsy Head injuries Low blood sugar Heat-related injuries Poisoning Cardiac Arrest Signs/Symptoms: Seizure symptoms may differ from person to person...

What is it? Bleeding due to breaking of the skin from cuts, scrapes, etc. With all bleeding injuries, first identify: The amount of bleeding The location of bleeding If the flow of blood is continuous, steady, and heavy, consider the wound to ...

What is it? Bleeding inside the body. When bleeding occurs inside the body, you may be able to see a bruise under the skin or you may not be able to see anything. You should suspect internal bleeding if someone: Was injured in a car crash or was hit by...

What is it? Bleeding occurring inside or on the mouth from the teeth, tongue, lip, gums, or cheek. Plan of Action: If the bleeding is coming from the tongue, lip, or cheek and you can reach it easily, apply pressure with a gauze or clean cloth. If ...

What is it? When any part of a limb is cut or torn off. Plan of Action: Act quickly Stop the bleeding by using a tourniquet or direct pressure Make sure the scene is safe Call 911 and get a first aid kit and AED Use a tourniquet to stop ...

What is it? A type of head injury that occurs when the head or body is hit so hard that the brain moves inside the skull. Signs/Symptoms: Feeling stunned or dazed Confusion Headache Nausea or vomiting Dizziness, unsteadiness, or diff...