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 The poisonous substances should be

stored out of the reach of children.

 All medicines should be stored locked
in a cupboard.

 The labels of packets and bottles must

be read before using them.

First Aid for Poisoning

 In case somebody has swallowed poison,

try to induce vomiting and rush him
to the doctor.

 Vomiting can be induced by drinking 5–6 glasses of lukewarm water, with

some salt dissolved in it.
2 • Understanding

Answer in one word.
1. First help given to the victim before the doctor arrives.

2. Watery eruptions formed on the skin as a result of burns.

3. Support used to prevent movement of a fractured bone.

AT ONE GO

m Accidents can take place at any place and at any time.

m We can avoid accidents by being careful and alert and following safety rules.
m Road accidents can be avoided by following road signs and driving carefully.

m Fire accidents are caused by electricity, crackers, petrol and cooking gas.
m Never neglect a wound or cut as germs may cause infection.

REMEMBER THESE TERMS

Pillion rider : The passenger seated behind the driver on a two wheeler

Antiseptic : Chemical applied to wounds to kill germs
Sterilise : To make something free from germs
Padestrain : A person walking on the road

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