Overview Blood is transported around the body in three core types of blood vessel: Arteries: Conveys blood under high compression away from the heart. Veins: Conveys blood under low pressure back to the heart. Capillaries: Conveys blood to the person’s tissues and cells, small and low pressures. Injuring an artery or even a vein can lead to severe […]
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Overview Consuming too much alcohol may sound like fun, but it can be lethal. Drinking too much alcohol that eventually makes you blackout is one symptom of alcohol poisoning, a deadly intake of alcohol that’s actually easy to treat if it’s discovered in time. There’s an old recommendation that one alcoholic drink every hour is
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Overview Breathing complexity can vary from being short of breath, incapable of taking a deep breath, panting for air, or feeling like you are not receiving sufficient air. Causes There are several diverse causes for breathing troubles. Regular causes include: Anemia (low level of red blood cells) Asthma Being at an elevated height Blood coagulate
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Overview A vital piece of gear in any first aid kit is bindings and other dressings in case you or somebody else experiences any kind of skin problem, such as a cut or scrape. A wound dressing is a kind of gauze that you use before you include any bandaging in order to add an
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Overview Snake bites can be lethal. It’s vital to respond quickly to bites and to call for medical assistance quickly. If in an isolated region, getting the casualty to a medical facility is imperative. North America is home to several different species of venomous snakes. The most common is the rattlesnake. Antivenin is available, but it
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