Dr. Nimra Ali • Healthcare Ecosystem
Emergency First Aid at Home
Essential first aid skills every Pakistani household should know. Burns, choking, fractures, and when to call an ambulance.
Be Prepared, Save Lives
In Pakistan where ambulance response times can be long, knowing basic first aid can make the difference between life and death.
Key First Aid Skills
- Burns: Cool under running water for 20 minutes. Do NOT apply toothpaste or butter
- Choking: Back blows and abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
- Bleeding: Direct pressure with clean cloth, elevate the limb
- Seizures: Clear the area, place on side, do NOT put anything in mouth