Shocks - Signs are: faintness, sickness, clammy skin, and a pale face. Keep person comfortable and warm, cover person with blanket.
Cuts - Cover immediately with a waterproof dressing, stop bleeding as soon as possible with direct pressure - pressure points
Electric shock - Switch off current, if not possible, free person by using dry material such as cloth, wood or rubber, treat any burns as above
Fractures - Person should not be moved, medical assistance should be obtained
Burns - Place injured part under slow running cold water, if serious, burns should be covered with clean cloth and patient should be taken to hospital immediately
Fainting - Occur after long period of standing in a hot kitchen, raise legs slightly above level of the head
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