First aid is the immediate care given to someone who is injured or ill. It’s designed to provide basic care and stabilize the person until professional medical help arrives. The main goals of first aid are to:
1. Preserve life: Keep the person alive and stable.
2. Prevent further harm: Protect the person from additional injury or complications.
3. Promote recovery: Help the person recover as much as possible before medical professionals take over.
First aid can be performed by anyone with basic training, and it’s often the difference between a positive outcome and a more serious situation.