Respiratory Infections
Respiratory diseases are among the most common illnesses. Lower respiratory tract infections, such as pneumonia, are less common than upper respiratory tract infections like the common cold and flu, but they are more serious. If left untreated, they may lead to severe complications. These infections are caused by bacteria or viruses that spread through droplets released when coughing or sneezing
symptoms
Difficulty breathing
Dizziness or headache
Coughing or throat irritation
Nausea or vomiting
Loss of consciousness in severe cases
Exposure to Gases
Gas poisoning occurs mainly due to carbon monoxide poisoning, a highly toxic, odorless gas, many poisoning cases result from inhaling certain gases or toxic liquid vapors. Inhalation poisoning is characterized by the rapid absorption of the toxin into the bloodstream, leading to swift onset of symptoms
symptoms
Double vision
Abdominal pain
Muscle weakness
Low blood pressure
Nausea and vomiting
Fatigue and exhaustion
Difficulty and shortness of breath
Confusion and loss of concentration
Chemical Exposure
Chemical exposure occurs when any harmful (natural, synthetic, or contaminated) substance enters the body in a certain amount and causes internal harm. This can happen through ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption through the skin
symptoms
Coma
Seizures
Diarrhea
Palpitations
Chest pain
Abdominal pain
Severe throat pain
Burns in the mouth
Dizziness and headache
Skin rash
redness
or burns
Difficulty or shortness of breath
Falls
Tripping and slipping are among the leading causes of falls. In fact, fall incidents are the second most common type of accident worldwide after traffic accidents, and they often result in fatalities. What makes slips, trips, and falls particularly dangerous is how frequently and easily they occur, posing risks to everyone— employees and visitors alike
symptoms
Pain in bones or joints
Bruising or swelling
Difficulty moving
Dizziness or loss of balance
Loss of consciousness (in severe cases)
Suffocation
Suffocation is a potentially fatal condition that occurs when the body’s tissues do not receive enough oxygen. This may result from a lack of oxygen in the inhaled air, an obstruction, or injury to the respiratory system. Without adequate oxygen supply, tissue damage happens rapidly—vital nerve cells in the brain can begin to die within just three minutes of oxygen deprivation
symptoms
Frothing at the mouth
Absence of breathing
Loss of consciousness
Bluish discoloration of the face
lips
and nails
Difficulty breathing: increased rate and depth of breathing
Breathing may become noisy
accompanied by snoring or gurgling sounds
Electric Shock
Electric shock injuries occur when the skin or part of the body comes into contact with an electrical current, or as a result of being struck by lightning
symptoms
Seizures
Severe burns
Mental confusion
Difficulty breathin
Cardiac arrest
Loss of consciousness
Heart rhythm problems
Muscle pain and contractions
Burns
A burn is tissue damage caused by exposure to fire, prolonged sun exposure, radiation, contact with hot surfaces, or chemical substances
symptoms
Severe pain in the affected area
Redness or blistering of the skin
Swelling in the affected area
Difficulty moving the affected part
Loss of sensation or numbness
Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the artery walls as it flows from the heart to the rest of the body. It fluctuates throughout the day depending on activity
symptoms
Nausea
Fainting
Blurred vision
Extreme thirst
Irregular or rapid heartbeat
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Headache
Nosebleed
Vision changes
Irregular heartbeat
Diabetic Coma
A condition where a diabetic patient loses consciousness and becomes unresponsive to the surrounding environment
symptoms
Pale
sweaty
moist skin
Slurred or incoherent speech
Dizziness
headache
poor concentration
Hand tremors with fatigue and exhaustion
Rapid and weak pulse (over 100 bpm)
Coma and sudden loss of consciousness within minutes
Airway Obstruction
A medical emergency where a foreign object blocks the throat or windpipe, restricting airflow. This commonly happens due to food in adults or small objects in children
symptoms
Inability to speak
Loss of consciousness
Wheezing sounds
Blue-tinted skin or lips
Clutching the throat
Weak or strong coughing
Difficulty breathing or noisy breathing
Bleeding
One of the most common injuries, bleeding usually occurs from cuts, wounds, or blunt force trauma
symptoms
Dizziness
Pale
cool skin
Increased heart rate
Loss of consciousness
Heavy bleeding
Heat Exhaustion
Occurs when the body overheats due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures. The person may feel fatigue, weakness, dizziness, headache, a rapid heartbeat, dehydration, and reduced urination
symptoms
Weak pulse
Fatigue or weakness
Nausea or vomiting
Heavy sweating
Dizziness or fainting
Headache
Muscle cramps
Cold
pale skin