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10 FIRST AID MYTHS DEBUNKED

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2021 Jun 10
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At one point or another, we have heard about people being advised to tilt their
heads back when they have a nose bleed or to apply toothpaste if they sustain a
burn. Do these practices really work? Or do these household remedies do more
harm than good? Singapore Red Cross Academy takes this opportunity to debunk
some first aid myths and misconceptions. Bookmark this page for your future
reference!



Knocks

Myth #1: “Put a boiled egg to the bump.”

This has no recorded medical benefit.

Do: Instead, place an ice pack on the bump to reduce swelling due to bleeding of
the small blood vessels under the skin.



Cuts / Scrapes

Myth #2: “Spread coffee powder on the wound.”

Again, this has no recorded medical benefit.

Do: Control bleeding with direct pressure. Clean the wound with saline water and
sterile gauze. Next, cover the wound with a plaster to minimise the risk of
infection.

Nausea / Fainting

Myth #3: “Apply medicated oil under your nose.”

People believe the minty scent may help to wake a person but they overlook the
risk of causing an allergic reaction.

Do: After ensuring there are no broken bones in the legs, lay the person down on
the floor and elevate their legs. This increases the blood and oxygen flow to
the brain and other vital organs. Loosen any tight clothing as well so the
person can breathe properly.



Nosebleed

Myth #4: “Tilt your head backwards.”

Do not tilt your head backwards. Blood will trickle down the back of your
throat, which may result in vomiting or choking.

Do: Apply pressure on the fleshy part of your nose firmly for at least 10
minutes. If a serious injury was sustained with severe blood loss or nosebleeds
persisting for more than 15 minutes, seek medical attention immediately.

Sprains

Myth #5: “Put a warm towel over the sprain.”

Heat applied may not reduce the swelling. 

Do: Instead, apply a cold compress to reduce swelling beneath the tissues for
not more than 20 minutes. Repeat the process every one or two hours. Elevate the
affected limb with a dry compression bandage as well.



Scalding

Myth #6: “Apply toothpaste, butter, soap or ice on your wound.”

Not only are these treatments unhelpful, the chemical components in these
products may trigger allergies or infections. Ice should not be used as this can
cause a cold burn on top of the hot burn.

Do: Flush and cool the affected area under running tap water for at least 15
minutes. Do not prick blisters if they arise. Cover the wound with a loose
dressing and see a doctor if the burn is severe.

Fits

Myth #7: “Put a spoon in the mouth to prevent the person from biting the
tongue.”

The spoon may injure the palate, teeth and gums, or worse – the spoon itself may
break. It could also loosen or break the teeth, in turn may result in choking.

Do: Do not put anything in the mouth during a seizure. Instead, cushion their
head and avoid pinning them down. When the seizure is over, while waiting for
the paramedics to arrive, place the person in the recovery position where his or
her head is placed sideways to ensure that the airway is clear.



Bee Sting

Myth #8: “Squeeze out the stinger right away.”

Squeezing the stinger may allow venom still in the sac to permeate into your
system.

Do: Scrape the stinger out with the edge of a credit card. Alternatively, pull
out the stinger swiftly with a pair of tweezers to the part of the stinger that
is exposed above the skin. Be careful not to squeeze on the barb of the stinger.



Jellyfish Sting

Myth #9: “Pee on jellyfish sting.”

Urine has not been scientifically proven to help jellyfish sting. Plus, urine is
unhygienic as it contains ammonia. 

Do: Reassure the casualty and pour copious amounts of vinegar or sea water to
stop the stinging cells from releasing venom. Dust some dry powder over the
affected skin. Once the stinging cells stick to the powder, brush off the powder
with a clean gauze.



Snake Bite

Myth #10: “Suck on the snake bite to extract the venom.”

Do not use suction as this may introduce more germs and bacteria. You may also
accidentally swallow some of the venom or cause severe allergic reactions in the
oral cavity.

Do: An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of first aid, so stay safe in the
first place. If the snake bites the casualty before he or she can react or
escape, move away from the snake and dial 995 at once. Tell the casualty to
remain still and calm, and apply a firm roller bandage above the snake bite. Do
not use a tourniquet.

First Aid Skills Come in Handy

Now that we have debunked some myths, how many of these can you remember?

Being equipped with the proper first aid knowledge is important when dealing
with emergencies. 

After attending the first aid course with the Singapore Red Cross, Priya
Choudhary put her CPR skills to use the very next day when an elderly man lost
consciousness and stopped breathing.



“You can’t wait if it’s a life and death situation. I was at the right place at
the right time. It’s almost eerie how coincidental it was.”
Priya Choudhary

Age is certainly no barrier to learning first aid as well. Jocelyn Yong learnt
first aid at the age of 77. 

“You never know when an emergency may arise, so it’s always good to be
prepared.”
Jocelyn Yong

Sharlene Neo attended the Infant Child First Aid course and took away impactful
learnings. “As a mother of two kids under the age of four, I learnt valuable
skills like what to do if my child chokes and how to administer CPR should they
collapse. It gives me peace of mind knowing that I’m not helpless if the
situation calls for it.”

Interested in learning first aid? Visit redcross.sg/academy for the list of
courses provided by the Singapore Red Cross Academy.

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