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| First Aid is the first help or immediate care given someone who has suddenly sickened or been hurt in an accident. First-aid training continues through the program of the Boy Scouts of America as concrete evidence that we are prepared to help others in need.
It is important that one person in each touring group be trained in the principles of first aid, know how and when to put this knowledge to the best use, and thoroughly understand the limitations of this knowledge.
It is strongly recommended that adult leaders in Scouting avail themselves of CPR and first-aid training by the American Red Cross or any recognized agency to be aware of the latest techniques and procedures. However, some of the first-aid techniques found in BSA literature are not the same as those professed by the American Red Cross. Frequently, modifications depend on the Scout's age—this could be a factor in the Scout's judgment and physical dexterity.
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Here are the first aid resources you need for over 40 ranks and badges. ► Videos show you key skills.
Resources
While your handbook is your primary resource, the links below can help you learn your first aid skills. See the Disclaimers.
► Expert Village Videos: First Aid - Basics - Basics2
► About.com - offers a number of first aid videos.
► ProFirstAid (PFAVideo) - an entire online first aid course for free. Pay if you want their certificates.
► American Red Cross Training Online - The Greater Indianapolis Chapter offers many certified American Red Cross first aid courses for a fee.
Rank Videos
BSA Rank Videos for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class cover many first aid topics including: Heimlich Maneuver, Hurry Cases, First Aid Kit, Bandages, Transporting the injured, and CPR.
First Aid Kit
See: First Aid Kit - with items and uses
AED
► PFAVideo: AED Intro
Altitude Sickness
- Requirement for Camping and Hiking Merit Badges.
Bites and Stings
► EVVideo: Insect Bites & Stings - Treatments - Insect Bites - Brown Recluse Spider Bite - Chiggers - Bee Stings - Bees
Tick Bites
► Avoiding Ticks - EVVideo: Removing Ticks
Bleeding
► Mayo Clinic: Bleeding Video - EVVideo: EVVideo: Bleeding - EVVideo: Bleeding2 - Direct Pressure -
Pressure Bandage
► ProFirstAid: Minor Bleeding - Serious Bleeding - About.com Video: Dress a Wound
Blisters
► EVVideo: Avoiding Blisters - Blisters - How to Treat Blisters
Bloodborne Pathogens
► ProFirstAid: Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens - What are Bloodborne Pathogens? - How Bloodborne Pathogens are Spread - How to Reduce Your Risk
Broken Bones
Dislocation
Bruises
Burns
► EVVideo: Burns - Second Degree Burns - Second & Third-Degree Burns - About.com Video: Burn - About.com: Types of Burns Video
Cancer
Chest Pain
Choking
► EVVideo: First Aid for Choking Victims - PFAVideo: Choking - About.com Video: Heimlich Maneuver
Cold Reactions
Hypothermia
Frostbite
► EVVideo: How to Treat Frostbite - About.com: Stages of Frostbite Video
CPR
► EVVideo: CPR Basics - CPR ProFirstAid: *NEW* Hands-Only CPR - PFAVideo: Adult CPR - About.com Video: Hands Only CPR -
Cuts - Scrapes
► EVVideo: Cuts (Lacerations) - EVVideo: Abrasions
Dehydration
Electrical Burns - Electrical Shock
Eye Injury - Object in Eye
Getting Help
► EVVideo:Calling 911
Head, Neck, and Back Injuries
Head Injury
Spinal Injuries
► PFAVideo: Head, Neck and Back Injuries
Hearing Loss
Heart Attack
► EVVideo: What Is a Heart Attack? - Risk Factors - Misconceptions - Signs of a Heart Attack
Heart Disease
Heat Reactions
Heat Exhaustion
► EVVideo: How to Treat Heat Exhaustion
Heat Cramps
Heat Stroke
Hyperventilation
Nausea - Motion Sickness
Fainting
► PFAVideo: Fainting
Nosebleeds
► EVVideo: Nose Bleeds - About.com Video: Nosebleeds
Poisoning
Poisonous Plants
► EVVideo: Poison Ivy & Poison Oak - How to Treat Poison Oak, Ivy & Sumac
Puncture Wounds
► EVVideo: Puncture Wounds
Fishhook
Splinters
Seizures - Convulsions - Epilepsy
► EVVideo: Seizures - PFAVideo: Seizures
Shock
- Treat every accident victim for shock. -Boy Scout Handbook p. 291
► PFAVideo: Shock
Slings
► EVVideo: How to Apply a Shoulder Sling - Slings - More Slings
Snakebite
► EVVideo: Venomous Snake Bite
Poisonous Animals
► EVVideo: How to Treat Jellyfish Stings
Splints
► EVVideo: How to Tell if Someone Needs a Splint - Injuries Requiring a Splint - Types of Splints - Applying a Splint - How to Use a Pillow as a Splint -
How to Position a Splint
Sprains - Strains - Cramps
► EVVideo: Strained Muscle
Sprained Ankle
Stopped Breathing
- See CPR
Stroke
► EVVideo: What Is a Stroke? - How to Identify a Stroke - How to Prevent a Stroke - The Signs of a Stroke
Sunburn
► EVVideo: Sunburn - EVVideo: Severe Sunburn
Tooth Injury
Transporting an Injured Person
► EVVideo: How to Carry an Injured Person by Yourself
Triage
Wilderness First Aid
► EVVideo: Assessing Wilderness Emergencies - Medical Emergency - Shock - Triage - Wilderness First Aid
Related Awards
- Emergency Preparedness Awards
Emergency Preparedness-related awards
See also
External links
Disclaimers
Disclaimer: This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, emergency treatment or formal first-aid training. Don't use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or disease without consulting a qualified health care provider. If you're in a life-threatening or emergency medical situation, seek medical assistance immediately.
Please note that the only first aid materials recommended by the Boy Scouts of America are those found or listed in official BSA materials such as the current First Aid Merit Badge Book and Boy Scout Handbook. First Aid Treatments are constantly being revised. See the Guide to Safe Scouting. Neither MeritBadge.Org, nor its contributors make any recommendations.
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