Lay knowledge about first aid in the extra-hospital environment

Abstract

Objective: To assess the lay population's knowledge about first aid in the out-of-hospital environment. Critical, exploratory study and published protocol CAAE nº47763121.587, carried out with a law in the northern region of Mato Grosso, evaluating 150 people, using the valid one method. Results: from the participants; about 78% of internal protection after the help, 58% of hemorrhage and 55.3% call this verification help. In relation to respect, 65.3% were right about care. In poisoning situations, 47% know that the patient should be taken to an emergency room, and 11% know how to assess the risks. As for the knowledge of performing a cardiac massage, 54% are unaware of the correct location and compressions. Regarding the beginning of first aid, 4.6% are not prepared, and 72.6% describe unfit, capacity deficit. Conclusion: The lay population still has precarious knowledge, suggesting first aid courses.