De eerste hulp
Example: Bij een ongeluk belt men altijd direct de eerste hulp.
Definition
"De eerste hulp" refers to the immediate medical assistance given to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill, typically provided before professional medical treatment is available. It focuses on stabilizing and preserving life in emergency situations.
Etymology
The term "de eerste hulp" is Dutch and literally translates to 'the first help.' It combines 'eerste,' meaning 'first,' and 'hulp,' meaning 'help' or 'assistance.' The phrase highlights the priority and urgency of providing initial aid in emergencies.
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"De eerste hulp" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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the emergency services