First-aid (noun)

Emergency medical treatment given to a person who is injured or ill before professional medical help is available.

Origin:

Compound word, from 'first' + 'aid'.

Examples:

1. The coach was trained in first-aid in case of a sports injury.
2. She carried a first-aid kit on her hiking trip in case of an emergency.
3. The first-aid kit included bandages, antiseptic wipes, and pain relievers.
4. The first-aid training taught her how to control bleeding and perform CPR.
5. The first-aid kit was essential in providing quick care for cuts and bruises.