高二英语Unit8—Firstaid人教版知识精讲.docxVIP

高二英语 Unit 8 — First aid 人教版 【同步教育信息】 本周教学内容 Unit 8 — First aid 教学目标 Talk about first aid and medicine. Practise talking about when you should and should not do. Write a process paragraph. 教学重难点 Some useful expressions 具体内容 Background information Emergency Medical Numbers emergency medical services: 120 fire department 119 police department 110 A lot of accidents happen every day which cause countless injuries and deaths. If we have a knowledge of first aid, we can help the victims. First aid is emergency care for a victim of sudden illness or injury until for skillful medical treatment is available. First aid may save a life or improve certain vital signs including pulse, temperature, an unobstructed airway, and breathing. In minor emergencies, first aid may prevent a victim s condition from worsening and provide relief from pain. First aid must be administrated as quickly as possible. In the case of the critically injured, a few minutes can makethe difference between complete recovery and loss of life. First aid measures depend upon a victim s needs and the provider s level of knowledge and skill. Knowing what not to do in an emergency is as important as knowing what to do. Improperly moving a person with a neck injury, for example, can lead to permanent spinal injury and paralysis. First aid requires rapid assesssment of victims to determine whether life-threatening condition exist. One method for evaluating a victim s condition is known by the acronym ABC, which stand for : A— airway: Is it open and unobstructed? B— Breathing: Is the person breathing? Look, listen, and feel for breathing. C— Circulation: Is there a pulse? Is the person bleeding externally? Check skin color and temperature for additional indications of circulation problems. Having the correct method of first aid is so important. Shock( People often suffer from shock after receiving an injury; sometimes evern the injury is a small one. The face turns grey, and the skin becomes damp and cold. The