BASIC TRAINING COURSE . |
THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE
TOPIC OVERVIEW .
Frostbite happens when part of the skin and other tissues freeze due to low temperatures. It can lead to loss of sensation and eventually tissue death and gangrene. This usually happens when exposed to freezing cold temperatures and windy weather.
Look for:
Look for:
- ‘Pins and needles’
- Paleness of the area and numbness
- Hardened and stiffened skin
- Colour change to the skin. The skin may change from white to mottled and blue. On recovery, the skin may be red, hot, painful and blistered. When gangrene occurs, the skin may become black due to the loss of blood supply.
OBJECTIVES .
In this video we explain the signs frostbite, and how to help someone who is suffering from frostbite. Frostbite happens when parts of the skin and other tissues freeze due to low temperatures. Frostbite usually affects the fingers and toes as they are the parts of the body furthest from the heart.
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 .
Help move the casualty indoors or to somewhere warm.
Once inside, gently remove any constricting rings, gloves, boots or any other constricting item.
Next, warm the affected part with your hands, in your lap.
Once you’ve done that, help them to raise the affected part to reduce swelling. If the casualty is an adult, you can suggest they take the recommended dose of paracetamol tablets. If the casualty is a child, you can give them the recommended dose of paracetamol syrup.
Once inside, gently remove any constricting rings, gloves, boots or any other constricting item.
Next, warm the affected part with your hands, in your lap.
- Do not rub the area as this could damage their skin.
- Do not place the affected part of the body on to direct heat.
Once you’ve done that, help them to raise the affected part to reduce swelling. If the casualty is an adult, you can suggest they take the recommended dose of paracetamol tablets. If the casualty is a child, you can give them the recommended dose of paracetamol syrup.
- Do not give aspirin to anyone under the age of 16 or anyone who is known to be allergic.
LOOK FORWARD TO .
This is the last lesson in the basic training course series.