BASIC TRAINING COURSE . |
THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE
TOPIC OVERVIEW .
Hyperventilation is unnatural, fast or deep breathing, normally caused by anxiety, experiencing an emotional upset or a history of panic attacks.
Look for:
Look for:
- Abnormally fast or deep breathing
- Anxiety
- A fast pulse-rate.
- Dizziness or feeling faint
- Trembling, sweating and dry mouth
- Tingling and cramps in hands, feet and around the mouth.
OBJECTIVES .
In this video we show the six signs to look for if you think someone may be hyperventilating, and how to give them first aid help. You’ll need to take them somewhere quiet, reassure them, and advise them to see a doctor.
REQUIRED MATERIALS .
Students require a file and/or folder, pen and paper and this will form the basis of the student's "Best Book".
CONTENT (LESSON BODY) .
ASSESSMENT .
All NPF officers should learn, practice and understand the content of this video.
The assessment, which will be undertaken, is both a written and practical test with a final exam.
The assessment, which will be undertaken, is both a written and practical test with a final exam.
SUMMARY & TAKEAWAY .
Try to reassure the casualty and be kind.
If you can, take them to a quiet place. This may help them to regain control of their breathing. Ask any bystanders to leave. Give the casualty space. (Do not advise the casualty to breathe into a paper bag as this could make the condition worse.)
Encourage them to seek medical advice, so they can learn how to prevent and control hyperventilation or a panic attack in the future.
If you can, take them to a quiet place. This may help them to regain control of their breathing. Ask any bystanders to leave. Give the casualty space. (Do not advise the casualty to breathe into a paper bag as this could make the condition worse.)
Encourage them to seek medical advice, so they can learn how to prevent and control hyperventilation or a panic attack in the future.
- It is rare for children to suffer from hyperventilation, so you should try looking for other causes.
- If you are worried, and they do not seem to improve, call 999 or 112 for emergency help.
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