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02:47 Help with loss of consciousness. How to give first aid for fainting? | |
| Help with loss of consciousness. How to give first aid for fainting? What is fainting? Syncope - a brief loss of consciousness, which is caused by oxygen starvation of the brain. Causes of syncope. A little history Any fainting have their reasons. Although signs of fainting and dizziness are similar in appearance, they may be caused by various disorders in the body. Typically, syncope - is an alarming symptom, notifying people that it's time to pay attention to the actual state of health. Anemia. In the 19th century fainting was not considered something extraordinary, since he was a frequent occurrence in young noble women. Crafty lady fashion prescribed to be thin and pale, with a very valued complexion pale bluish tint. Rosy cheeks, health plays a blush in the girl gave plebeian origin. So ladies from rich families starved himself to death, have been tightened since childhood into tight corsets, prevented breathe. The body does not receive such an important organ for all oxygen, as a consequence, society women suffer from anemia, which led to fainting. Thus, anemia was always first and foremost cause of syncope. While first aid for fainting was to weaken tight corset lady, that was easier to breathe. Stressful situations. In addition to anemia, causes loss of consciousness can be stressful, but not necessarily heavy or depressing. These stressful situations that cause syncope, may include the sight of blood, medical needles, fear of any medical manipulations. Physiological causes or chronic illness. The reason for the occurrence of syncope may be physiological reasons: chronic fatigue, disturbances in the cardiovascular system, some types of diabetes, sugar disease, lung disease (mostly smokers), stay for a long time in a stuffy room (lack of oxygen to the brain) . In addition, loss of consciousness, and seizures may be caused by blood loss severe trauma. Pregnancy. Frequent are cases of fainting during pregnancy. A woman may suddenly feel bad. Causes loss of consciousness during pregnancy is a significant reduction in blood pressure that occurs when hormonal changes and restructuring of the woman to a new state. Alas, hypotension - a frequent phenomenon today. Therefore, future mom, who suffered from low pressure before pregnancy, with special attention should monitor their health, when the hatching of the child. A pregnant woman should not go hungry, as the decline in blood sugar levels can also cause fainting. Symptoms of syncope Most often, syncope is accompanied by dizziness, nausea, ringing in the ears, "flashing" in front of his eyes. The above feelings can manifest as an unconscious, and after a man came to his senses. Typically, the victim appears weak, can significantly lower blood pressure, breathing becomes shallow, superficial. Duration of syncope is different: they can last from 2-5 seconds to several minutes. First aid for fainting Attacks of syncope are caused, as a rule, reduction of blood flow to the brain and the lack of oxygen. Therefore, when providing care for the victim unconscious should be placed so that his feet were above the torso. If the person is indoors, open windows, giving access to oxygen. When things are difficult in human breath, loosen the collar of his jacket or unbutton a close. You can sprinkle his face with cool water. If possible, use ammonia. Spend an open vial at a distance of 5-7 cm from the nose, so as not to burn the mucous membranes outside the respiratory tract. If you unconscious longer than 10 minutes - call an ambulance. Most likely, the situation vetoy need specialist advice. | |
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