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- Electrocution - Wikipedia
Electrocution is death or severe injury [a] caused by electric shock from electric current passing through the body The word is derived from "electro" and "execution", but it is also used for accidental death [1][2]
- First Aid for an Electric Shock or Electric Injury - Cleveland Clinic
It can happen anywhere there’s electricity Exact effects vary depending on the electrical source For instance, shocks from outlets in houses are often mild, while shocks from power lines can be severe or fatal When an electric shock is fatal, providers call it electrocution
- Electric shock: Effects on body, severity, and first aid
High risk occupations for electrocutions include: Electrical currents cause four main types of injuries: Flash: A flash injury typically causes superficial burns These occur due to the heat of
- Electric Shock: Causes, Effects, Treatment Options
Call 911 if someone has an electric shock, especially if they have signs like irregular heartbeat or difficulty breathing To avoid electric shock at home, cover outlets and ensure wires are insulated and out of children's reach Electrical shock occurs when an electrical current travels through the body
- The electrophysiology of electrocution - PMC
Electrocution is a death caused by an application of electrical current to the human body In this article, we review salient historical research and describe the scientific advances that support ventricular fibrillation (VF) as the mechanism of electrocution
- Minor Electric Shocks and Burns: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - WebMD
About 1,000 people in the United States die each year as a result of electrocution Most of these deaths are related to on-the-job injuries Many things determine what injuries may occur, if any
- Electrocution | History, Pros Cons | Britannica
Electrocution was first adopted in 1888 in New York as a quicker and more humane alternative to hanging Two years later, on August 6, 1890, New York state initiated its electric chair, executing William Kemmler at Auburn State Prison; in 1899 Martha Place became the first woman to be electrocuted
- Electrical shock: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Turn off the source of electricity, if possible If not, use a dry, nonconducting object made of cardboard, plastic or wood to move the source away from you and the injured person Begin CPR if the person shows no signs of circulation, such as breathing, coughing or movement Try to prevent the injured person from becoming chilled Apply a bandage
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