First-aid


noun
1.
emergency aid or treatment given to someone injured, suddenly ill, etc., before regular medical services arrive or can be reached.
noun
1.

2.
(in Barbados) a small shop that sells domestic items after hours

first aid n.
Emergency treatment administered to an injured or sick person before professional medical care is available.
first’-aid’ adj.

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