Fainting

Fainting is a brief loss of consciousness caused by a temporary reduction in the flow of blood to the brain.

Treatment:

* If breathing and heartbeat have stopped, begin the A-B-C of resuscitation immediately.

* If the casualty is unconscious but breathing normally, lay him down, elevate the legs, or place in the recovery position.

* Loosen tight clothing at the neck, chest and waist to assist breathing.

* Check and treat any minor injury sustained in falling, (see bleeding).

* Reassure the casualty while regaining consciousness, gradually raise to sitting position.

* If worried about the condition of the casualty, seek medical help.

* Do not give anything to eat or drink until conscious, then only sips of cold water.

Do not give alcohol.


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