Main principles of first aid
In case of injury, basic first aid knowledge can save lives. That’s why it is important to know how to provide it and, above all, not to hesitate. Basic first aid steps can be performed by anyone who is willing to take responsibility and act.
In situations threatening life or health, always call emergency line 155 first.
How to assess the severity of the condition?
- Speak to the person and gently shake their shoulders: “Can you hear me?”
- If there is no response, tilt the head back and lift the chin.
- Check if you can hear or feel breathing and see the chest or abdomen rising.
- Call 155.
- If there is no breathing, start chest compressions.
How to perform chest compressions?
- Place the hands on the center of the chest between the nipples.
- Compress the chest 100 to 120 times per minute, 5–6 cm deep.
- Continue until emergency services arrive or the person starts to respond.
How to stop severe bleeding?
- If possible, wear disposable gloves.
- Firmly press a bandage or clean cloth directly onto the wound.
- If bleeding cannot be stopped by direct pressure, consider using a tourniquet. Only apply it to the arm or thigh above the wound, closer to the heart. Never place it on joints.
- Note the time when the tourniquet was applied.
Remember, our goal is to keep the injured person alive until emergency services arrive.
