Electrocution-1

-ELECTROCUTION- Madalyn Oliver

Electrocution ,[object Object]

The nature of electrocution ,[object Object],[object Object]

Electric shock ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object], Mild Shock Mild Shock Trip setting for ground fault circuit interrupter Muscle Contractions Victom cannot let go Severe Shock Breathing difficult - possible respiratory arrest Heart Stops pumping Increasing probability of death Enough current to light a 100-watt bulb

Signs and symptoms ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Current primary management techniques ,[object Object],Danger- Check for any dangers surrounding the victim. If power lines are down both first aiders and bystanders should stay at least 8-10 metres away from the lines. Make sure all power sources are turned off. Never touch the casualty with bare hands unless you are sure that there is no danger to yourself. Response- Assessment of the victims response by “squeeze and shout” Airway- Open the airway and look for signs of life Breathing- Give 2 initial rescue breaths Compression- Give 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths Defibrillation - Attach the AED and follow the prompts

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If the victim suffers a fracture: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],If the victim suffers shock: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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