What is sudden illness?
By “sudden illness”, insurers mean every alteration medically recognized to be unexpected and unpredictable and requiring surgery or medical treatment. The concepts of “suddenness” and “unpredictability” are important because it means that the insured was not aware of the pathology when he signed the contract.
What is first aid care for sudden illness?
Help the person to rest comfortably. Keep the person from getting chilled or overheated. Reassure the person because he or she may be anxious or frightened. Watch for changes in consciousness and breathing. If the person is conscious, ask if he or she has any medical conditions or is taking any medication.
What is an example of a sudden illness?
Burns and scalds. Injuries from operating machinery or specialised equipment. Electrocution. Accidental poisoning.
What are signs of a sudden illness?
A common signal of sudden illness is losing consciousness. Insufficient supply of blood to the brain for a short period of time. Blood vessels widen which causes blood to drain away from brain. Usually victim of fainting will recover quickly with no lasting effects. It may be signal of a more serious condition.
What are the three main aims of first aid?
Specifically the three P’s acronym Preserve life Prevent further injury and Promote recovery (https://www.firstaidforfree.com/the-aims-of-first-aid-three-ps/).
What is a sudden accident?
Sudden accident means an unforeseen and unexpected occurrence which is not continuous or repeated in nature.
What are the 4 signs of a sudden illness?
General signs and symptoms of sudden illness: • Person feels ill, dizzy, confused or weak • Skin color changes (flushed or pale), sweating • Nausea, vomiting General care for sudden illness: 1. Call 9-1-1 for unexplained sudden illness.
What are some signs and symptoms of sudden illness How do you care for a sudden illness?
General signs and symptoms of sudden illness: • Person feels ill, dizzy, confused or weak • Skin color changes (flushed or pale), sweating • Nausea, vomiting General care for sudden illness: 1. Call 9-1-1 for unexplained sudden illness. 2. Help the victim rest and avoid getting chilled or overheated.
What are 4 signs of a sudden illness?
Feeling and looking ill or displaying abnormal behavior.
What should you do if an accident or sudden illness should occur suddenly?
Procedures to be followed if an accident or sudden illness occurs
- Take any action required to deal with the immediate risk.
- Contact the emergency services if necessary.
- Contact your supervisor and make them aware of the situation.
- Ensure the incident is properly recorded in accident book.