Reflection Paper About Bandaging

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This FIRST AID subject was a really new experience for me both from learning point of view and performance wise. The practical part of the course was really helpful where ones get a chance to implement all the knowledge gain during the lectures and through self-studies. I have adapted the knowledge on learning the 11 types of bandaging in the class on the teaching. Madam Najwa the activity that was given to shoot videos on 11 types of bandaging. We get into group of 5 people and brainstorm the types of bandaging and segregated our part. The minor project is the important, along with a number of tools and techniques to use a triangular bandage to support or immobilize a limb; you’ll first need to work out what type of sling is appropriate.
One of the first aid basics everyone need to learn the different types of bandaging techniques and how they should be used. This is because most of the houses in the city are single-family detached which means that neighbours or passers-by might not be able to hear homeowners who might have incurred an injury such as an open wound at home.
Triangular bandages are amongst the more versatile types of bandaging, found in most first aid kits. They are normally comprised of a single sheet of thick cotton or calico, and are primarily designed for
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I need to learn that do not skimp on the bandages and manage time well giving priority to the understanding of underlying principles behind bandaging. I have failed because I were not able to master the square knot. In a real emergency, square knot or not will not matter. People at the emergency department will just cut your Bandage. Roller gauze and other bandages may also be used. Given one minute time to perform the bandaging was added chaotic and stress for me. I should be controlled of chaos which may help me to deal with future responses where it may be more chaotic. Keeping one’s focus and staying calm is the name of the

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