| First Aid On The Slopes |
In any serious accident you should first ensure the safety of the injured skier, planting a pair of crossed skis above the accident site to warn others and mark the location. Then call the rescue service. One person should remain with the victim.
Keep the victim warm, remove skis but not boots, and do not give any alcohol. If there is any possibility of a spine or neck injury do not attempt to move them. Obvious bleeding should be staunched by direct pressure on the bleeding point and elevation if possible. Unconscious skiers should be carefully laid on their side, ensuring their mouth is empty of snow and vomit. If there is no palpable pulse or breathing, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation is needed.
Minor injuries on the slopes are much more common. Leg injuries, even if quite trivial, often entail a ride down in the rescue sledge (or blood wagon), as do most shoulder dislocations or broken arms. Arm injuries should be strapped with a scarf or jumper to minimise movement until medical advice can be sought, and legs splinted, using ski poles if necessary.
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Pack your first aid kit before you leave for the slopes.
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| First Aid Kit |
Use the following checklist for your first aid kit
- Any regular medication you require
- Painkillers, e.g. Paracetamol
- Motion sickness tablets
- Anti-inflammatories, e.g. Ibuprofen, Advil
- Sticking plasters
- Elasticated bandage
- Sun cream
- Tampons/Sanitary towels
- Contraceptives (you never know...)
- Blister protection, e.g. Second Skin/Compeed
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