Monday, August 01, 2016

First Aid in case of severed body part

Most importantly administer first aid to the patient:

  • Check for responsiveness and breathing.
  • Give first aid for bleeding.
  • Monitor and treat for shock if present.
  • Care for amputated part(s): Clean amputated part, if necessary, with sterile or clean water, then cover and wrap in sterile dressing. Place in a sealed plastic bag. Place bag in another container with chilled or ice water. Label with victim's name.
  • Keep the amputated part with the victim at all times.