First aid for gas poisoning

In our daily lives, there are many common toxic gases. It is very important to effectively prevent the harm of toxic gases and ensure our own health. So, what are the first aid methods for gas poisoning? How can we avoid the harm of gas? Let’s take a look at the introduction of this article. I hope this article can be of some help to you and help you maintain your health better.

For victims of harmful gas poisoning, they should be immediately carried to an alley or the ground with fresh air flow, and first aid measures should be taken according to the degree of poisoning.

(1) Carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning causes shallow and rapid breathing, red spots on the cheeks and body, and pink lips when losing consciousness. Artificial respiration or oxygen supply using a resuscitator can be used for poisoned victims. When oxygen is transfused, 5% to 7% carbon dioxide can be infiltrated to stimulate the respiratory center and promote the recovery of respiratory function.

(2) Hydrogen sulfide poisoning. In case of hydrogen sulfide poisoning, in addition to artificial respiration or oxygen supply through a resuscitator, cotton balls, handkerchiefs, etc. soaked in chlorine solution can be placed in the mouth. Chlorine is a good antidote for hydrogen sulfide.

(3) Sulfur dioxide poisoning. Since sulfur dioxide forms sulfuric acid when it comes into contact with water, it has a strong irritating effect on the respiratory system and may cause burns in severe cases. Therefore, in addition to artificial respiration or oxygen supply through a resuscitator, the poisoned victim should be given milk, honey or gargled with soda solution to reduce irritation.

(4) Gas dioxide poisoning. The most prominent symptoms of carbon dioxide poisoning are yellowing of fingertips and hair, coughing, nausea, and vomiting. Because nitrogen dioxide poisoning can cause pulmonary edema in the victim, artificial respiration cannot be used. If a resuscitator is necessary, carbon dioxide cannot be added to the pure oxygen to avoid irritating the victim's lungs. It is best to enable the injured person to breathe spontaneously with oxygen supplied by a resuscitator.

(5) Asphyxiation by carbon dioxide and gas. For the injured who are in suspended animation due to carbon dioxide or gas asphyxiation, in addition to artificial respiration and oxygen supply, their skin should be rubbed or they should be made to smell ammonia to promote the recovery of breathing.

The above is an introduction to first aid for gas poisoning. In life, we are bound to have physical problems due to various reasons, and gas poisoning is also very common. So how to deal with it correctly is what we need to understand correctly. Knowing more about preventing gas poisoning can effectively ensure our own safety.