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Should I give someone in shock water or sugary drinks?

No; giving drinks can increase risk of vomiting and is unsafe if surgery or anaesthesia may be needed. Focus on controlling causes, calling 999, positioning and keeping them warm.

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How can I tell when a reaction has become anaphylaxis?

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Should I try to straighten a deformed limb or push bone back in?

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What if the casualty keeps trying to roll onto their back?

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How can I tell if a child is ‘just upset’ or in true shock?

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How is shock different from fainting?

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Can people faint while lying down?

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