Accidents, first aid and treatments
NHS Information
- How do I clean a wound?
- What should I keep in my first aid kit?
- How do I apply plasters and other dressings?
- How do I apply a bandage?
- Does my cut need stitches?
- How should I care for my stitches?
- Can I get my stitches wet in the bath or shower?
- How long will my stitches (sutures) take to dissolve?
- How do I care for a wound treated with skin glue?
- How do I take a temperature?
- How do I check my pulse?
- How do I check someone's pulse?
- How do I know if I've broken a bone?
- How should I care for my plaster cast?
- How should I dispose of used needles or sharps?
- What should I do if I injure myself with a used needle?
- What should I do if someone is choking?
- When can I fly after surgery?
- How long should I wear compression stockings to improve my circulation?
- Do I need a tetanus vaccine after an accident or injury?