Mouth eyes and noes

What to do if...

EYE: Small foreign objects such as sand or dirt are often removed naturally by tears. If the object remains in the eye, flush it gently with lukewarm water while keeping the eye open. Lift the eyelid if necessary to help flush out any trapped material. Chemical exposure to the eye requires immediate flushing with water, keeping the affected eye lower than the unaffected eye to prevent contamination from spreading.

NOSEBLEEDS: Pinch the soft part of the nose using a clean dressing or cloth. Lean the head slightly forward and maintain pressure until the bleeding stops. If the bleeding does not stop, seek immediate medical attention.

 

ADULT TOOTH INJURY: If a permanent tooth has been completely knocked out, store it in milk, egg white, coconut water, or your own saliva. Handle the tooth by the crown (enamel) and avoid touching the root, as delicate fibers needed for reattachment may still be present. Do not place the tooth back into the mouth. Instead, apply a clean dressing to the bleeding area and seek dental or oral surgical care immediately.

 

AMPUTATION: Wrap the amputated body part in dry, sterile gauze or a clean cloth and place it inside a plastic bag. Then place the bag on ice, making sure the skin or tissue does not come into direct contact with the ice.