Nursing Interventions on First Aid

Some of the nursing interventions on first aid are:

• Assess the victim’s condition and prioritize the most urgent problems
• Call for help and activate the emergency medical services (EMS) if needed
• Provide basic life support (BLS) by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using automated external defibrillator (AED) if indicated
• Control bleeding by applying direct pressure, elevation, pressure points, or tourniquet
• Clean and dress wounds to prevent infection and further injury
• Stabilize fractures, dislocations, and sprains by splinting, immobilizing, and elevating the injured part
• Manage head and spinal injuries by maintaining a patent airway, monitoring level of consciousness, and preventing movement of the head and neck
• Treat burns by cooling, covering, and elevating the affected area
• Manage poisoning by identifying the source, calling poison control center, and providing supportive care
• Manage allergic reactions by removing the allergen, administering antihistamines or epinephrine, and monitoring breathing and circulation
• Monitor vital signs and level of consciousness until help arrives or the victim recovers
• Document the first aid given and the outcome of the intervention